Best Couscous With Corn Recipes

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SUMMER GARDEN COUSCOUS SALAD



Summer Garden Couscous Salad image

This couscous salad makes the most of summer's bounty. I used to prepare it with a mayonnaise dressing, but lightened it with lemon vinaigrette. It's even better now! -Priscilla Yee, Concord, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 medium ears sweet corn, husks removed
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 cup uncooked couscous
1 medium cucumber, halved and sliced
1-1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped red onion
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place corn in a Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil; cover and cook for 6-9 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5-10 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool slightly., In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, cheese, onion and parsley. Drain corn and immediately place in ice water. Drain and pat dry; cut the kernels from the cobs. Add to cucumber mixture. Stir in couscous., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice and seasonings. Pour over couscous mixture; toss to coat. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until chilled.

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MEXICAN-STYLE COUSCOUS WITH ROASTED CORN



Mexican-Style Couscous with Roasted Corn image

A dish inspired by the fresh food of the summer. Can be served as a side dish warm or cold. Goes great with chicken or any Mexican-style dish. We use it as a burrito filling also.

Provided by Tim

Categories     Couscous

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 ears fresh corn
2 cups couscous
4 stalks green onion, chopped
½ medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups chicken stock
½ cup crumbled cotija cheese
½ medium lime, juiced
1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh basil or basil chiffonade
1 pinch chili-lime seasoning, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Trim and partially shuck corn by cutting off any long silk from the top and removing and discarding the outer layer of husk.
  • Place corn directly on the middle rack of the preheated oven and roast for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes. Remove and discard husks and silk. Slice kernels off with a knife.
  • While the corn is roasting, place couscous in a heat-proof bowl with green onion, bell pepper, jalapeno, and olive oil.
  • Bring chicken stock to a boil in a small saucepan. Pour boiling stock over couscous mixture and cover tightly with foil. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Uncover and stir in roasted corn kernels, cotija cheese, lime juice, and basil. Season with chili-lime seasoning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.8 calories, Carbohydrate 53.3 g, Cholesterol 11.8 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 365.4 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

COUSCOUS WITH CORN



Couscous With Corn image

Simple, hot dish that dresses up plain couscous. You could add chopped red or green bell pepper to the shallot saute too.

Provided by WI Cheesehead

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 10m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 teaspoons butter or 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 shallot, minced
1 cup chicken broth or 1 cup vegetable broth
3/4 cup couscous
1/3 cup fresh corn or 1/3 cup thawed frozen corn
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pinch cayenne (optional)
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Melt butter in saucepan.
  • Add shallot and saute 1 to 2 minutes, or until tender.
  • Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  • Add couscous, corn, pepper, cayenne and salt.
  • Cover; remove from heat and set aside 5 minutes.
  • Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.6, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 555.4, Carbohydrate 57.4, Fiber 4, Sugar 1.2, Protein 11.9

ROASTED CORN AND GARLIC COUSCOUS



Roasted Corn and Garlic Couscous image

Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Cooking spray
4 garlic cloves, peeled
4 ears fresh corn on the cob or about 2 cups frozen whole kernel corn
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup uncooked couscous
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons chopped pimento

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Wrap garlic cloves tightly in foil and place on prepared baking sheet. Arrange corn on baking sheet next to garlic and sprinkle corn with the salt. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes, until garlic is soft and corn is golden, turning every 5 minutes to prevent corn from burning. Unwrap garlic and mince. Slice kernels from corn cob.
  • Combine garlic, corn kernels and chicken broth in a medium saucepan. Set pan over medium-high heat and bring mixture to a boil. Stir in couscous, remove from heat, cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and stir in green onions and pimento, and toss to combine.

COUSCOUS SALAD WITH CORN AND RED BELL PEPPER



Couscous Salad with Corn and Red Bell Pepper image

Categories     Salad     Onion     Pasta     Pepper     Vegetable     Side     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Summer     Gourmet     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 2 as a side dish

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup fresh corn (cut from about 2 ears)
1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
1/3 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
11/4 cups water
2/3 cup couscous
2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar
1/4 cup fresh coriander sprigs, washed well, spun dry, and chopped fine
cayenne to taste

Steps:

  • In a heavy skillet heat 1 tablespoon oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and sauté corn, stirring, until golden. Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, cumin, and 1/4 cup water and cook over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until bell pepper is crisp-tender.
  • While vegetables are cooking, in a small heavy saucepan bring remaining cup water to a boil and stir in couscous and salt to taste. Cover pan and remove from heat. Let couscous stand 5 minutes and fluff with a fork.
  • In a bowl whisk together vinegar, remaining tablespoon oil, and salt to taste until emulsified. Add vegetable mixture, couscous, coriander, and cayenne and toss to combine well.

COUSCOUS, CORN AND LIMA BEAN SAUTé



Couscous, Corn and Lima Bean Sauté image

Enjoy this delicious sauté made using couscous, corn and lima bean that's ready in just 25 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 box (11 oz) whole wheat couscous
1 box (10 oz) frozen whole kernel corn, thawed
2 boxes (9 oz each) frozen baby lima beans, thawed
2 cups water
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is crisp-tender.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients except almonds. Heat to boiling over high heat. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Fluff before serving. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 69 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 11 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 470 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

CORN AND COUSCOUS SALAD



Corn and Couscous Salad image

This recipe is from the " Martha Stewart's Dinner at Home" cookbook.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon curry powder
2 teaspoons grainy mustard
1 tablespoon white-wine or sherry vinegar
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup couscous
1 Vidalia or other sweet onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 red chile, minced (optional)
3 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4 cobs)
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together curry powder, mustard, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. While whisking, slowly drizzle in 3 tablespoons oil; whisk until emulsified. Set aside.
  • Place couscous in a large bowl. Bring 1 cup water to a boil; pour over couscous; stir to combine. Cover with a plate; let steam until water is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork; set aside.
  • Heat remaining tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, and cook, stirring, until softened, about 4 minutes. Stir in garlic and chile; cook, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes. Add corn, and cook until bright yellow and just tender, about 2 minutes. Stir corn mixture into couscous. Add curry vinaigrette and cilantro; toss to combine. Serve warm or at room temperature.

CORN COUSCOUS



Corn Couscous image

Make and share this Corn Couscous recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Noo8820

Categories     Corn

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup couscous
1/2 teaspoon chicken stock powder
1 cup boiling water
1 tablespoon butter
2 spring onions, chopped
420 g corn, drained
2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Place the couscous,stock powder and water into a bowl.Cover and allow to stand for 5 mins.Fluff up with a fork.
  • Melt the butter in a pan,add the spring onion and corn,cook 2 minutes.
  • Stir corn into couscous with the parsley and serve.

COUSCOUS, CORN, AND BLACK BEAN CHICKEN SALAD



Couscous, Corn, and Black Bean Chicken Salad image

This is one of my favorite salads, and is a great way to use leftover chicken! The flavor combination of all the veggies and pop of vinegar makes this couscous salad really stand out. Refrigerating is optional. Bon appetit!

Provided by Cooking Fox

Categories     Salad     Grains

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ½ cups water
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 cups pearl (Israeli) couscous
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon white sugar
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (16 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 ½ cups cooked and cubed rotisserie chicken
½ red bell pepper, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring water and 1 tablespoon olive oil to a boil in a medium pot over high heat. Add couscous; quickly lower heat and let simmer until water is absorbed, 7 to 8 minutes.
  • Whisk balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons olive oil, sugar, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl until dressing is evenly combined.
  • Fluff couscous with a fork and place in a large, shallow bowl. Add black beans, corn, chicken, and red bell pepper. Fold salad together and pour in the dressing in 3 batches, mixing well after each addition. Refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.3 calories, Carbohydrate 51.1 g, Cholesterol 19.7 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 429 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

COUSCOUS WITH CORN AND RED PEPPER



Couscous With Corn And Red Pepper image

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     side dish

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces whole red pepper or 7 ounces chopped red pepper (ready cut), about 1 3/4 cups
1 large clove garlic
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 cup water
1/2 cup whole-wheat couscous
1 cup frozen corn niblets
Fresh basil
1/8 teaspoon salt (optional)

Steps:

  • Wash, trim, seed and chop the whole pepper; mince the garlic.
  • Heat the oil in a nonstick pot; saute pepper and garlic in hot oil until pepper begins to soften, about 3 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside.
  • Bring water to boil in the pot, covered. Add couscous and corn; reduce heat to simmer; cover and cook about 5 minutes, until liquid is absorbed and couscous is tender.
  • Meanwhile, wash, dry and chop basil to make 1 tablespoon and add to cooked couscous with salt. Add pepper and garlic and mix well.

BLACK BEAN AND COUSCOUS SALAD



Black Bean and Couscous Salad image

This is a great salad for a buffet, with interesting textures and southwest flavors combined in one delicious salad. Leftovers store well refrigerated for several days.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup uncooked couscous
1 ¼ cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
½ teaspoon ground cumin
8 green onions, chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth to a boil in a 2 quart or larger sauce pan and stir in the couscous. Cover the pot and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, vinegar and cumin. Add green onions, red pepper, cilantro, corn and beans and toss to coat.
  • Fluff the couscous well, breaking up any chunks. Add to the bowl with the vegetables and mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve at once or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 9.7 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 414.7 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

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