Description
Delight your taste buds with this crispy lemon parmesan pearl couscous recipe. Combining the nutty flavor of pearl couscous with zesty lemon and rich parmesan, this dish offers a unique blend of textures and tastes. Perfect as a side for grilled meats or as a main vegetarian entrée, it is not only quick to prepare but also visually stunning. Whether for a casual weeknight dinner or an elegant gathering, this recipe will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pearl couscous
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pearl couscous in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add the cooked couscous to the skillet and stir well to combine.
- Pour in the lemon juice and mix in the grated parmesan cheese until evenly combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the skillet or transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Garnish with additional parmesan cheese and fresh herbs before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg