Best Artichoke Couscous Recipes

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TOMATO, ARTICHOKE AND FETA COUSCOUS SALAD



Tomato, Artichoke and Feta Couscous Salad image

This is a recipe that I had adapted to suit my family needs. If you are in a rush, substitute the Herb Vinaigrette with any purchased vinaigrette

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 1/4 cups water
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup couscous
2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
1 cup feta cheese
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
2/3 cup kalamata olive, halved
2 -170 ml marinated artichoke hearts, drained and halved
4 tablespoons parsley, chopped
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 garlic, minced
3 tablespoons basil, chopped
1/2 teaspoon oregano, dried
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon sugar, honey (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine water and salt; cover and bring to a boil. Stir in lemon juice. Stir in couscous; cover and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Transfer couscous to large bowl and fluff with fork; let cool for about 15 minutes, fluffing with fork frequently.
  • Salad: Add tomatoes, feta cheese, onions, olives, artichoke and parsley to couscous; stir to mix.
  • Add vinaigrette and toss to ix. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 521.1, Fat 29.1, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 33.4, Sodium 1329.2, Carbohydrate 53.4, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 5.3, Protein 14.2

TILAPIA WITH ARTICHOKE, CAPER, AND CHERRY TOMATO SAUCE AND ISRAELI COUSCOUS



Tilapia with Artichoke, Caper, and Cherry Tomato Sauce and Israeli Couscous image

Categories     Bread     Sauce     Tomato     Low Sodium     Dinner     Cherry     Tilapia     Artichoke     Simmer     Boil

Yield makes 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup dry Italian-flavored bread crumbs
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (about 1 ounce)
3/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 (8-ounce) tilapia fillets
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup Israeli couscous
1 bunch green onions (white and light green parts only), thinly sliced
1 small red onion, finely diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 (6-ounce) jar marinated artichokes, drained and liquid reserved
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
2 tablespoons bottled capers, drained
1/2 cup vegetable stock
1 1/2 teaspoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • On a large plate, stir together the bread crumbs, cheese, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the black pepper. Rinse the tilapia fillets and pat dry, then coat on both sides with the breadcrumb mixture.
  • In a large nonstick skillet over moderately high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil until hot but not smoking. Add the tilapia fillets and sauté, turning once, until golden and just cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes total. Transfer the tilapia to a plate and keep warm.
  • In a medium saucepan over moderately high heat, bring the stock to a boil. Remove from the heat and stir in the couscous and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Let stand, covered, for 10 minutes, then stir in the green onions. Cover and keep warm.
  • While the couscous is standing, prepare the sauce: In the skillet that was used to cook the fish, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over moderately low heat. Add the red onion and sauté, stirring frequently, about 1 minute. Add the garlic and sauté, stirring frequently, until the onion is soft, about 2 more minutes. Add the artichokes and sauté, stirring occasionally, about 2 more minutes. Add the tomatoes and capers and sauté, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes start to soften, about 3 more minutes. Stir in the reserved artichoke liquid, the vegetable stock, butter, and lemon juice and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3 more minutes.
  • Divide the couscous between 2 plates and top each with a tilapia fillet. Spoon the sauce over the fish and couscous and serve immediately.

PAN SEARED TILAPIA WITH ARTICHOKE, CAPER, AND CHERRY TOMATO SAUCE & ISRAELI COUSCOUS WITH SCALLIONS



PAN SEARED TILAPIA WITH ARTICHOKE, CAPER, AND CHERRY TOMATO SAUCE & ISRAELI COUSCOUS WITH SCALLIONS image

Categories     Fish

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pieces of Tilapia (about 1 lb)
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
¼ cup Parmesan Cheese
Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Canola Oil (or some other oil suitable for cooking at high temperatures)
1 small jar quartered marinated artichokes (reserve marinade for later use)
½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
2 tablespoons of capers
1 small red onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, diced
½- ¾ cup of vegetable stock
½ tablespoon of butter
Juice of one lemon
1 Cup Israeli Couscous
1 cup chicken stock
1 bunch Scallions, diced (including green part)

Steps:

  • To prepare fish: Rinse fish and pat really dry. Mix bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, and S & P on a plate and coat fish on both sides with this mixture. In a large frying pan, heat canola oil and get pan very very hot. When nearly smoking, place fish in pan and allow to brown. After about 4-5 minutes, flip fish and allow to brown on second side. When fish is cooked through, remove from pan and place on plate off to the side. If needed, add a tad more oil and sauté onion and garlic until respectively translucent and golden. Add artichokes and sauté for a few more minutes. Stir in tomatoes and capers and let cook for a few more minutes. Add marinade that artichokes were in, veg stock, butter, and lemon juice and let simmer for a little longer. S & P to taste To Prepare Couscous: Bring chicken stock to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in couscous. Let stand for 10 minutes. Stir in scallions and fluff with fork. Serving Instructions: Serve fish over couscous and then spoon sauce over it all.

SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE SALAD WITH COUSCOUS CAKES AND FETA



SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE SALAD WITH COUSCOUS CAKES AND FETA image

Number Of Ingredients 21

For the dressing
2 T lemon juice
1 T sour cream
1 t finely chopped fresh mint
5 T olive oil
S & P
For the couscous cakes:
3/4 cup couscous
Kosher salt
1 large clove garlic, peeled
1/4 cup packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1/2 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Finely grated zest of 1 medium lemon (about 1-1/2 tsp.)
3 Tbs. vegetable or canola oil
For the salad:
8 oz. baby spinach, washed and dried (about 6 lightly packed cups)
1 14-oz. can artichoke bottoms, drained, rinsed, and sliced
15 cherry tomatoes, halved
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 oz. crumbled feta (about 1/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, sour cream, and mint. Slowly whisk in the olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Make the couscous cakes: Put the couscous and 1 tsp. salt in a medium bowl. Add 1 cup boiling water to the couscous, cover the bowl with a pan lid or plate, and let sit for 4 to 5 minutes. Coarsely chop the garlic in a food processor. Add the parsley and pulse until finely chopped. Add the chickpeas and 1 tsp. salt and pulse until coarsely chopped. Uncover the couscous and fluff with a fork. Stir in the chickpea mixture, eggs, and lemon zest until well combined. Press the couscous mixture into a 1/4-cup measure, smooth the top, and invert the measuring cup to release the cake onto a plate. Repeat with the remaining couscous mixture to make 9 cakes. Heat 1-1/2 Tbs. of the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering hot. Add 5 of the couscous cakes to the skillet and use a spatula to lightly flatten the cakes so they’re about 3/4 inch thick. Cook, flipping once, until crisp and golden brown on both sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate. Add the remaining 1-1/2 Tbs. vegetable oil to the skillet and cook the remaining cakes the same way. Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, toss the spinach, artichokes, and tomatoes with about three-quarters of the dressing. Season to taste with

ARTICHOKE COUSCOUS SALAD



ARTICHOKE COUSCOUS SALAD image

Categories     Vegetable     No-Cook     Vegetarian

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/2 C. instant couscous 1/2 tsp. salt 2 1/4 C boiling water 1/4C diced red onion 3-14ounce cans artichoke hearts
rinsed
drained and quartered 1/2C chopped fresh basil 2cloves minced garlic 3 tomatoes chopped 2Tbls. extra virgin olive oil 2 Tbls. red wine vinegar salt and pepper 1 avocado

Steps:

  • Combine the couscous salt and boiling water in a large mixing bowl. Cover and let stand until the couscous is tender, and the water is absorbed, about 10min. Fluff with a fork. Cool to room temperature. Add the onion, artichoke hearts, basil and garlic and toss lightly. Add the tomatoes oil and vinegar and toss. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the avacado, gently toss again, and serve.

COUSCOUS ARTICHOKE SALAD



COUSCOUS ARTICHOKE SALAD image

Categories     Side

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-14 oz. can chicken broth
1 3/4 cup couscous
1 small onion, finely chopped
1- 4 oz. can chopped green chilies
1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1 -15 oz. can quartered artichoke hearts
1 large tomato, chopped or 1- 15 oz. can diced tomatoes, drained
1 green pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Add couscous and onion. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand 5 minutes. Stir in chilies, cinnamon and black pepper. Cool. In a large bowl, combine couscous mixture with artichoke hearts, tomato, green pepper and raisins. Whisk together the olive oil and vinegar. Pour over couscous, tossing gently to coat.

CURRIED ARTICHOKE COUSCOUS



CURRIED ARTICHOKE COUSCOUS image

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box Near East Mediterranean Curry Couscous
2 tsp curry powder (hot or mild is your choice)
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup sliced or slivered almonds
quartered artichoke hearts drained
1/4 cup of mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Cook couscous according to box directions. Add cranberries just as you take it off the heat. Mix the mayo with the curry powder. Blend the couscous with the artichokes, almonds and curry mayo. If you want it creamier, simply add more mayo and curry.

ARTICHOKE COUSCOUS



Artichoke Couscous image

This is a lovely appetizer or a really nice lunch course. Israeli couscous is much larger than the kind in the box; I get mine at the farmers market.

Provided by chia2160

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup water
1 (12 ounce) can vegetable broth
2 cups israeli couscous
24 large cooked shrimp
2 cups chopped tomatoes
1/2 cup crumbled feta (2 oz)
1 cup chopped flat leaf parsley
2 (6 ounce) jars marinated artichokes, undrained, cut in halves
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Bring water and broth to a boil, stir in couscous, cover, reduce to simmer and cook 8 minutes, or until tender.
  • Pour into a large serving bowl, stir in remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.4, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 54, Sodium 391.6, Carbohydrate 54.5, Fiber 7, Sugar 2.7, Protein 16.5

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What is Artichoke Couscous?

Artichoke couscous is a flavorful dish that combines tender couscous with marinated artichoke hearts, fresh herbs, and other vegetables, creating a medley of flavors and textures that will delight your taste buds. Couscous is a staple food in North African cuisine, made from tiny balls of steamed and dried semolina flour. It is a versatile grain that can be used as a base for many delicious dishes, including artichoke couscous. Marinated artichoke hearts are a key ingredient in this dish, providing a tangy, savory flavor that complements the sweetness of the couscous. Other vegetables commonly used include roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, and olives, which add texture and depth to the dish.

History of Artichoke Couscous

The history of couscous can be traced back to ancient Berber tribes in North Africa, who used the grain as a staple food in their diets. Over time, couscous became a popular dish throughout the Mediterranean region and beyond, with different cultures developing their own unique variations of the dish. Artichoke couscous is a relatively modern twist on this classic dish, with the artichoke hearts and other flavorful ingredients being added to the couscous to create a tasty and satisfying meal.

Benefits of Artichoke Couscous

Artichoke couscous is a healthy and nutritious dish that is packed with vitamins, minerals, and other essential nutrients. Couscous is low in fat and calories, making it an ideal choice for those who are watching their weight, while the artichoke hearts add fiber, protein, and other beneficial nutrients that can help improve overall health. Some potential benefits of consuming artichoke couscous include: - Improved digestion - Lower cholesterol levels - Reduced risk of heart disease - Increased energy and stamina - Enhanced mental clarity and focus

Variations of Artichoke Couscous Recipes

Artichoke couscous is a versatile dish that can be customized to suit a variety of tastes and preferences. Here are some simple variations of the dish that you can try at home: - Lemon Artichoke Couscous: Add fresh lemon juice and zest to the couscous and artichokes for a tangy and refreshing flavor. - Spicy Artichoke Couscous: Add cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the couscous and artichokes for a fiery kick. - Mediterranean Artichoke Couscous: Add feta cheese, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes to the couscous and artichokes for a classic Mediterranean twist. - Artichoke Couscous Salad: Toss the couscous and artichokes with a simple vinaigrette dressing and fresh greens for a light and refreshing salad.
Conclusion
If you're looking for a healthy, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish that can be customized to suit your tastes, then artichoke couscous is a great choice. Whether you prefer it tangy, spicy, or mild, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings for a delicious and nutritious meal. So why not try making your own artichoke couscous today and see how it turns out?
Artichoke couscous is a popular dish amongst food enthusiasts due to its delicious taste and healthy benefits. It is a perfect meal that can be served for lunch or dinner and can be customized to suit different dietary preferences. In this article, we will provide valuable tips on how to make the perfect artichoke couscous recipe.

1. Start with the Right Ingredients

The first and most crucial step towards making the perfect artichoke couscous recipe is choosing high-quality ingredients. The following ingredients are essential when making artichoke couscous:
Couscous:
Couscous is the foundational ingredient of artichoke couscous, and it comes in different forms, such as whole wheat and regular. When purchasing couscous, ensure that you choose the right form that suits your dietary preference.
Artichoke:
Artichoke is the star of the dish, and you can choose between canned, frozen, or fresh artichoke. However, fresh artichokes are considered the best option due to their superior taste and texture. They are a bit pricey, but you can find them in most grocery stores.
Seasonings & Herbs:
Seasonings and herbs add depth and flavor to the dish. Some of the commonly used seasonings and herbs in artichoke couscous include garlic, onion, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper.
Vegetables:
Vegetables like bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and zucchini add color, flavor, and texture to the recipe. Other vegetables that you can add include spinach, mushrooms, and carrots.
Liquid:
Liquid is used to rehydrate the couscous, and this can be achieved by using stock, water, or a combination of both.

2. Prepare the Artichokes

Before you start cooking your artichoke couscous, it is essential to prepare the artichokes by removing the tough outer leaves and trimming the stem. After trimming, you can chop the artichokes into small pieces and set them aside.

3. Toasting the Couscous

One of the secrets of making perfect artichoke couscous is toasting the couscous before cooking it. To toast the couscous, add it to a pan with a tablespoon of olive oil and heat it over low heat until it turns brown.

4. Proper Cooking Time

Cook your artichoke couscous recipe for the recommended cooking time as indicated on the package. Over-cooking the couscous can make it soggy, while undercooking it leaves it chewy and underwhelming.

5. Let it Rest

After cooking, remove the couscous from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes. This allows the flavors to blend and the couscous to absorb any remaining liquid.

6. Spice It Up

Artichoke couscous is a versatile dish that you can customize to your desired taste. If you prefer spicy food, you can add chili flakes or cayenne pepper to the recipe.

7. Garnish Your Dish

Garnishing adds visual appeal to your dish, and you can use colorful ingredients like bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and fresh herbs like parsley and cilantro.

8. Adding Protein

If you are vegan, you can add chickpeas to your artichoke couscous recipe as a source of protein. Alternatively, you can add shredded chicken or grilled seafood if you are not vegan.

9. Storage and Reheating

Artichoke couscous is best served when it's freshly made. However, you can store it in a tightly sealed container for up to three days in the refrigerator. When reheating, add a bit of water or stock to help rehydrate the couscous and bring back its original texture.

Conclusion

In conclusion, making the perfect artichoke couscous recipe requires proper preparation of ingredients, the right cooking methods, and adequate flavoring. By following the above tips, you can create a flavorful and healthy artichoke couscous recipe that will leave a lasting impression on your taste buds.

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