Couscous with Orange and Almonds

Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
61%
Couscous with Orange and Almonds
20 min.
4
500kcal

Suggestions


Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and refreshing Couscous with Orange and Almonds! Perfect for those seeking a dairy-free, healthy option, this dish is a delightful combination of textures and flavors, making it a perfect accompaniment to any meal. With a health score of 61, you can enjoy this culinary creation guilt-free.

In just 20 minutes, you'll have a colorful plate filled with fluffy couscous, bright orange segments, and crunchy toasted almonds. The addition of fresh herbs like parsley and mint infuses each bite with aromatic freshness, while the zesty dressing of orange juice and red wine vinegar adds a tangy punch that will tantalize your taste buds.

This dish not only looks stunning but also provides a balanced caloric profile, making it an excellent choice for health-conscious diners. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply preparing a family meal, Couscous with Orange and Almonds is sure to impress. Its unique blend of ingredients will leave your guests asking for the recipe. Experience the joy of cooking with this beautiful side dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • 4 servings pepper black freshly ground
  • 2 cups couscous instant
  • 3 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley fresh finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons mint leaves fresh finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.5 medium onion thinly sliced
  • 1  cranberry-orange relish diced peeled
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice fresh
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest finely grated
  • 1 head radicchio thinly shredded
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 
  • 1 teaspoon salt plus more for seasoning
  • 4 servings slivered almonds toasted
  • 2 cups water boiling

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Put the couscous in a large bowl, add the 2 cups boiling water, 1 teaspoon salt and orange zest, then cover and let steam for 5 minutes.
  2. Remove the cover and fluff with a fork.
  3. Whisk together the orange juice, vinegar and olive oil in a small bowl.
  4. Add half of the dressing to the couscous along with the onion, orange, mint and parsley and gently combine with a fork.
  5. Put the radicchio in a bowl, add the remaining dressing and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  6. Transfer the couscous to a large platter, top with the radicchio and garnish with slivered almonds.

Nutrition Facts

Calories500kcal
Protein10.52%
Fat26.88%
Carbs62.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
66.38
Glycemic Load
42.83
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
19.618695481964%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
88.92mg
Delphinidin
5.38mg
Catechin
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin
0.03mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
1.18mg
Hesperetin
10.32mg
Naringenin
5.2mg
Apigenin
6.68mg
Luteolin
27.17mg
Isorhamnetin
0.72mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.5mg
Quercetin
25.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:500.32kcal
25.02%
Fat:14.91g
22.94%
Saturated Fat:2.09g
13.07%
Carbohydrates:78.17g
26.06%
Net Carbohydrates:71.05g
25.84%
Sugar:4.9g
5.44%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:34.67mg
1.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.13g
26.26%
Vitamin K:243.71µg
232.11%
Manganese:0.95mg
47.39%
Vitamin C:34.22mg
41.48%
Fiber:7.12g
28.47%
Vitamin E:4.1mg
27.31%
Copper:0.53mg
26.63%
Folate:86.65µg
21.66%
Phosphorus:197.04mg
19.7%
Vitamin B3:3.54mg
17.71%
Magnesium:65.04mg
16.26%
Potassium:517.6mg
14.79%
Vitamin B5:1.42mg
14.23%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.68%
Iron:2.4mg
13.34%
Vitamin A:545.5IU
10.91%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
9.88%
Calcium:92.26mg
9.23%
Zinc:1.36mg
9.05%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.11%
Selenium:0.98µg
1.4%