Servings: 4 to 6

Oranges and dried cranberries add a sweet-and-tart accent to this simple couscous salad. It turns a basic roast chicken into a special cool-weather dinner.

Ingredients

1 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
1 Tbs. fresh orange juice
1/2 tsp. finely grated orange zest
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 Tbs. unsalted butter
1 cup pearl couscous
1-1/3 cups lower-salt chicken broth,
1/4 cup coarsely chopped dried cranberries
1/4 cup coarsely chopped roasted almonds
1/4 cup sliced scallions
2 Tbs. finely chopped fresh mint

Calories (kcal) : 210
Fat Calories (kcal): 70
Fat (g): 8
Saturated Fat (g): 2
Polyunsaturated Fat (g): 1
Monounsaturated Fat (g): 4.5
Cholesterol (mg): 5
Sodium (mg): 65
Carbohydrates (g): 30
Fiber (g): 3
Sugar (g): 6
Protein (g): 6

Preparation

In a medium bowl, whisk the oil, juice, zest, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a good grind of pepper.
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the couscous and cook, stirring, until light golden, about 3 minutes. Add the chicken broth, bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook until nearly tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in the cranberries, cover, and cook for 1 minute more.
Toss the couscous, almonds, scallions, and mint with the vinaigrette and serve.

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jefflantzimages | 11/11/2018
i added roasted pistachios instead of almonds and used Dari Pearled Couscous (which is the only Couscous i use. this pearled C has wonderful flavors and once u have tried it i don't think u will use anything else). though i love dried cranberries it is great without it. if u don't use the cranberries and mint, u might also try adding a Tsp or 2 (depending on ur tastes) of Marash Chiles to the Couscous or if u like a spicey red pepper and hints of chocolate flavor try Urfa Biber Turkish spice. Note: not with CB or mint enjoy
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Name: Pearl Couscous with Orange, Cranberries, and Almonds
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil; 1 Tbs. fresh orange juice; 1/2 tsp. finely grated orange zest; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 Tbs. unsalted butter; 1 cup pearl couscous; 1-1/3 cups lower-salt chicken broth,; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped dried cranberries; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped roasted almonds; 1/4 cup sliced scallions; 2 Tbs. finely chopped fresh mint