Best Confetti Couscous Recipes

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CONFETTI CORN COUSCOUS SALAD



Confetti Corn Couscous Salad image

i am having a party tomorrow so i started out with my basic corn salad, left out the cheese, and embellished. it tastes great!

Provided by chia2160

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 30-40 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

16 ounces quick couscous or 12 ounces israeli couscous
3 lbs frozen corn, thawed and cooked,let cool.
2 (12 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed in cold water
8 ounces chopped red onions
3 ounces chopped green peppers
3 ounces chopped yellow peppers
3 ounces chopped orange bell peppers
3 ounces chopped red peppers
3 small zucchini, halved and thinly sliced- use a mandoline
1 cup kalamata olive, pitted and sliced
1 1/2 cups olive oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar
2 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram

Steps:

  • if using quick cook couscous, cook 2 boxes according to package directions (boil water, add couscous, remove from heat cover for 5 minutes).
  • if using israeli couscous, steam or boil for 13 minutes, remove from heat.
  • if boiling, drain.
  • in a huge bowl add couscous, corn, and the rest of the salad ingredients.
  • mix dressing ingredients together, add to salad, toss, cover, and refrigerate 1 hour or more.
  • serve at room temperature.

CONFETTI CHICKEN AND COUSCOUS SALAD



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Dinner ready in 25 minutes! Serve your family with this delicious chicken and couscous salad - perfect if you love Middle Eastern cuisine.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 box (10 oz) couscous
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
2 medium carrots, finely chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped (1 cup)
1/2 cup chopped fresh chives
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup olive or vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Prepare couscous according to package directions.
  • In large serving bowl, mix chicken, carrot, bell pepper and chives. Add cooked couscous; fluff with fork until well mixed. Cool slightly.
  • In tightly covered container, shake all dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 820 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

CONFETTI COUSCOUS SALAD



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Bursting with color and flavor, this delightful side dish will take any entree up a notch. Suzanne Kesel - Cohocton, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup uncooked couscous
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
6 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1-1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Pine nuts, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5-10 minutes or until broth is absorbed., Fluff with a fork. Stir in the beans, corn, red pepper, onions and cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lime juice, vinegar, cumin, salt and pepper. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with pine nuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 335mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

ROMAINE SALAD WITH COUSCOUS CONFETTI



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You can use regular couscous or Israeli couscous for this lemony, confetti-like mixture of couscous, mixed diced peppers and mint. I categorize this salad as a salad with grains rather than a grain salad (I know, couscous isn't a grain, but it plays a grainy role here), as there's more lettuce than couscous.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 20m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 cup finely diced peppers, preferably a mix of red, green and yellow peppers
1 1/2 cups reconstituted regular or Israeili couscous
1/4 cup, tightly packed, fresh mint leaves, cut in slivers or chopped (more to taste)
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/3 cup extra- virgin olive oil
1/2 to 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (to taste)
2 romaine hearts, cut crosswise into 1-inch thick chiffonade (about 5 cups)
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine peppers, couscous, and mint. Whisk together lemon juice and salt. Whisk in 1/4 cup of the olive oil. Toss half of this mixture with the couscous and refrigerate for 1 hour or longer.
  • Whisk mustard and remaining olive oil into remaining dressing. Taste and adjust salt.
  • In a large bowl, toss lettuce with remaining dressing. Add freshly ground pepper to taste. Taste, and if it tastes too lemony, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add couscous mixture and toss together again. Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 292, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 375 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

CONFETTI COUSCOUS



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"Couscous prepared this way makes a fun and colorful side dish alongside chicken, pork or fish," notes Marla Stewart of Amity, Arkansas. "I've even stirred in pineapple chunks and cooked chicken for a great lunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken or vegetable broth
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 package (10 ounces) couscous
2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the broth, water, lemon juice, zest and salt to a boil. Stir in couscous and peas. Cover; remove from the heat and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in almonds and pimientos.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 6g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 570mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TURKISH BEEF PATTIES WITH CONFETTI COUSCOUS



Turkish Beef Patties with Confetti Couscous image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 cups frozen pepper-and-onion stir-fry blend, finely chopped
1 cup whole-wheat couscous
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/4 pounds lean ground beef
2 cloves garlic, finely grated
1 tablespoon ras el hanout (Moroccan seasoning)
3/4 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
Finely grated zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped dried apricots

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the frozen vegetables and cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is evaporated, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer half the vegetables to a large bowl and half to a medium bowl; reserve the skillet. Add the couscous, 1/2 teaspoon salt, a few grinds of pepper and 1 1/2 cups boiling water to the large bowl. Stir to combine, cover and set aside 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add the ground beef, garlic, ras el hanout, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper to the medium bowl. Mix with your hands until completely combined. Divide into eight 4-inch logs. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in the reserved skillet over medium heat; add the beef logs and cook, turning, until browned, about 8 minutes.
  • Whisk the yogurt, lemon zest and juice in a small bowl. Fluff the couscous with a fork and stir in the mint, parsley and dried apricots. Divide the couscous, yogurt sauce and patties among plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Fat 18 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 89 milligrams, Sodium 891 milligrams, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 39 grams, Sugar 8 grams

CONFETTI COUSCOUS SALAD



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Categories     Vegetable     Side     Vegan

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups dry whole-wheat couscous (or pearl/israeli couscous)
2 cups boiling water
3 - 4 green onions, finely chopped, including tops
1 red bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
1 carrot, grated
1 - 2 cup finely shredded red cabbage
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup golden raisins or chopped dried apricots
1 juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine couscous and boiling water. Stir to mix, then cover and let stand until all the water has been absorbed, 5 to 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Add green onions, bell pepper, carrot, cabbage, parsley, and raisins or apricots. In a small bowl mix lemon juice, vinegar, oil, curry powder, and salt. Add to salad and toss to mix. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

COUSCOUS CONFETTI SALAD



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Categories     No-Cook     Vegetarian

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup CousCous
1 cup boiling water
1 Tbl. Olive Oil
1 Tbl. Kosher salt
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped scallions
1/2 cup chopped parsley
1/2 cup craisins
1/2 cup sliced toasted almonds
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
1/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Place couscous in a large bowl and pour boiling water over it. Add salt and olive oil and allow to sit and cool for 20 minutes, covered. Uncover, and add vegetables, craisins, and nuts. Add cinnamon and fold into salad. Mix together olive oil and lemon and add to salad. Toss gently until well combined. Add feta cheese. Chill for 1/2 hour or serve at room temperature on a bed of baby lettuces.

"CONFETTI" COUSCOUS



Categories     Vegetable     Side     Fennel     Spring     Summer     Couscous     Gourmet     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 fennel bulb, sometimes called anise (6 ounces)
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
3/4 cup couscous
6 dried pitted prunes, cut into 1/3-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Trim fennel stalks flush with bulb and remove any discolored areas from bulb. Cut bulb into 1/4-inch dice and coarsely chop fronds.
  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté diced fennel and garlic, stirring, 1 minute. Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, until fennel is just tender, about 6 minutes. Add water and salt and bring to a boil.
  • Remove from heat and stir in tomatoes, lemon juice, zest, couscous, and prunes. Cover skillet and let stand 5 minutes.
  • Stir in fennel fronds and season with salt and pepper.

CONFETTI COUSCOUS



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Categories     Side

Yield 4-6 people

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 box plain couscous
3 6" ribs of celery cut into 1/4" dice
1 medium red pepper cut into 1/4" dice
4 ounces of sliced almonds, toasted
4-5 scallions trimmed and cut into 1/4" dice
1 15 3/4 ounce can chicken broth
1 1/4 cup white wine
Kosher salt and pepper
Parsley

Steps:

  • Combine chicken stock, white wine, celery, red pepper and scallions bring to a low boil. Turn off the heat, add the couscous and stir. Cover the pan and let stand for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, add toasted almonds and fluff with a fork. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley before serving.

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