Lemon and Pomegranate Couscous

A quick Moroccan couscous salad with fresh pomegranate seeds, lemon juice, and herbs. Perfect for lunch or as a side.

Vegetarian Healthy Quick Couscous Salad

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

300

kcal / serving

1200 kcal total

Carbs

31g

per serving

124 g total

Fat

17g

per serving

68 g total

Protein

per serving

20 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

Fruits

piece

Pomegranate

Large, or 2 small

piece

Lemon

Juice only

GrainsCereals

200

Couscous

Liquids

250

Chicken Stock

Boiling, or water

NutsSeeds

pinch

Sea Salt

pinch

Black Pepper

Freshly ground

tbsp

Mint

Fresh, chopped

tbsp

Coriander

Alternative to mint, fresh, chopped

OilsFats

Olive Oil

6 tablespoons

Method

Halve pomegranates and scoop out seeds with a teaspoon, removing any white membrane.

Place couscous in a bowl and pour in 250ml boiling stock, olive oil, and lemon juice.

Season with salt and pepper, cover with clingfilm, and let sit for 10 minutes.

Remove the film and fluff the couscous grains with a fork.

Let the couscous cool completely before stirring in the herbs and pomegranate seeds.

Adjust the seasoning and olive oil to your taste before serving.