Honey Dijon Almond Couscous |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Mediterranean couscous never tasted so rich and crunchy than with toasted almonds and a glaze of honey Dijon! Ingredients:
1/2 cup fisher chef's naturals sliced almonds, toasted |
1 1/2 cups water |
1 cup uncooked israeli couscous |
2 tablespoons olive oil |
1/2 cup diced red onion |
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper |
1/4 cup diced carrot |
1/4 cup raisins |
1 teaspoon ground turmeric |
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
salt & fresh ground pepper (optional) |
3 tablespoons honey |
1 tablespoon dijon mustard |
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest |
Directions:
1. For glaze, combine honey, mustard and lemon zest in small bowl; mix well. Set aside.
2. Preheat oven to 350°F Spread almonds in one layer on ungreased shallow baking pan. Bake for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden. Set aside.
3. For couscous, bring water to boil in medium saucepan. Cook couscous according to package directions; remove from heat; fluff with a fork. Set aside.
4. In large skillet heat oil; sauté onion, bell pepper and carrots until softened. Add couscous, raisins, toasted almonds, turmeric and cinnamon; stir well to combine. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
5. To serve, lightly drizzle glaze over couscous servings.
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