Buttered Pearl Couscous
Buttered Pearl Couscous is a delightful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience. With its warm, buttery flavor and pleasantly chewy texture, this recipe is perfect for family dinners, entertaining guests, or meal prepping. It’s an instant crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pearl couscous
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- 1. Prepare your ingredients: Chop garlic and measure out all components.
- 2. Cook the garlic: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3. Add the couscous: Stir in the pearl couscous and toast it in the butter for about 3 minutes.
- 4. Pour in broth: Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil while stirring occasionally.
- 5. Simmer: Reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for 10-12 minutes until most liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- 6. Final touches: Mix in chopped parsley and lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider toasting onions with the garlic. Customize by adding seasonal vegetables or proteins like grilled chicken or feta cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat with a splash of water or broth.