Fruity couscous & spiced quail

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
41%
Fruity couscous & spiced quail
25 min.
2
557kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Fruity Couscous & Spiced Quail recipe, a perfect blend of vibrant flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome option for those seeking a vegetarian and dairy-free meal. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a quick yet impressive dinner for two.

The star of this recipe is the succulent spiced quail, marinated with aromatic cinnamon and drizzled with honey, creating a mouthwatering contrast to the fluffy couscous. The couscous itself is infused with the sweetness of fresh orange juice and dried apricots, complemented by the crunch of toasted pine nuts and the freshness of herbs like parsley and mint. Each bite offers a burst of flavor, making it a memorable side dish or a light main course.

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply looking to elevate your weeknight meals, this dish is sure to impress. The combination of sweet and savory elements, along with the vibrant colors, makes it not only delicious but also visually stunning. So gather your ingredients and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you and your guests craving more!

Ingredients

  • 150 ml orange juice fresh
  •  apricot dried roughly chopped
  • 100 couscous 
  • small onion red thinly sliced into rings
  • tbsp red wine vinegar 
  • large handful parsley chopped
  • 30 pinenuts toasted
  • tbsp olive oil 
  • tsp ground cinnamon 
  • tbsp honey 
  •  frangelico (ask your butcher to spatchcock them)
  •  frangelico (ask your butcher to spatchcock them)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, heat the orange juice and apricots until it boils.
  2. Remove from heat and take out 2 tbsp of juice for the dressing.
  3. Pour couscous into a bowl and pour the juice and apricot mix over, cover and let sit for 5 mins. In a bowl, mix the sliced onions in 1 tbsp of the vinegar and set aside. Fluff up the couscous with a fork until the lumps are broken up.
  4. Add the herbs and pine nuts.
  5. Heat a barbecue or grill until very hot. Rub the quail with some oil. Season well, sprinkle over the cinnamon and drizzle with a little of the honey. Barbecue or grill the quail for 3-4 mins each side until crisp at the edges.
  6. Mix remaining olive oil with reserved orange juice, vinegar and honey. Season and mix well.
  7. Drain onions and toss into couscous.
  8. Serve the quail on the couscous with dressing poured over, scattered with mint leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Calories557kcal
Protein7.29%
Fat39.25%
Carbs53.46%

Properties

Glycemic Index
133.34
Glycemic Load
37.09
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
20.549565294515%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.13mg
Hesperetin
9.39mg
Naringenin
1.68mg
Apigenin
4.33mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
2.76mg
Kaempferol
0.39mg
Myricetin
0.35mg
Quercetin
11.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:556.97kcal
27.85%
Fat:24.93g
38.35%
Saturated Fat:2.78g
17.36%
Carbohydrates:76.38g
25.46%
Net Carbohydrates:70g
25.45%
Sugar:28.82g
32.02%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:13.43mg
0.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.42g
20.83%
Manganese:2.08mg
104.24%
Vitamin C:46.54mg
56.41%
Vitamin K:50.64µg
48.23%
Vitamin E:4.37mg
29.13%
Fiber:6.38g
25.54%
Copper:0.46mg
22.94%
Phosphorus:218.37mg
21.84%
Vitamin A:1055.8IU
21.12%
Magnesium:82.78mg
20.7%
Potassium:670.18mg
19.15%
Vitamin B3:3.36mg
16.78%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.81%
Iron:2.6mg
14.42%
Folate:54.46µg
13.62%
Zinc:1.67mg
11.11%
Vitamin B5:1.01mg
10.08%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
10.08%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.81%
Calcium:64.15mg
6.41%
Selenium:1.02µg
1.46%