Best Toasted Almond And Orange Couscous Recipes

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ORANGE COUSCOUS



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Here's a fabulous, healthy side dish that features a delightful blend of fresh herbs and sunny citrus flavors. Says Kathleen Martin of Medford, New York, "Anytime I take this to a picnic...the bowl is always the first one emptied!" TIP: When herbs are fresh and plentiful in her garden, Kathleen Martin chops and freezes them with the oil, lime juice and soy sauce, then stores in Zip-loc bags. That way she can enjoy this tasty dish with fresh herb flavor all year long.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup orange juice
1 cup water
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 package (10 ounces) couscous
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
2 tablespoons minced chives
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring orange juice, water and cumin to a boil. Stir in couscous; remove from the heat. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed; fluff with a fork., Transfer to a large bowl; cool., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lime juice and soy sauce. Stir in the cilantro, basil, chives, ginger and salt. Pour over couscous and toss to coat. Add oranges and almonds; toss gently. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 231mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ORANGE AND ALMOND COUSCOUS



Orange and Almond Couscous image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 ounces (1/4 cup) sliced almonds
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 cups plain couscous
2 navel oranges, zested
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley, a handful

Steps:

  • Toast nuts in the bottom of a medium saucepot over medium heat. Transfer toasted nuts to a dish and reserve. Return pot to the stove top. Add broth and oil, cover pot and raise heat; bring the broth to a boil. Remove pot from heat, immediately. Add couscous, orange zest and parsley, then stir. Cover and let couscous stand 5 minutes. Fluff cooked couscous with fork and toss with toasted almonds.
  • TIDBIT: Slice zested oranges and serve them after dinner.

TOASTED ALMOND



Toasted Almond image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 2m

Yield 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/4 ounces almond liqueur (recommended: Amaretto)
3/4-ounce coffee liqueur (recommended: Kahlua)
Ice
Heavy cream, to fill

Steps:

  • Add liqueurs to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a 10-ounce rocks glass over ice. Top with heavy cream and serve with a short straw.

ALMOND FRENCH TOAST



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This French toast is perfect for Mother's Day! It is a nice twist to the traditional breakfast dish, and makes a nice addition to any brunch. I hope that you enjoy this recipe. Serve with fresh fruit, fruit preserves, or warm maple syrup.

Provided by ISSA

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     French Toast Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup slivered almonds
3 eggs
1 cup milk
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 thick slices French bread
3 tablespoons canola oil
3 tablespoons butter
confectioners' sugar for dusting

Steps:

  • Place almonds in a small saucepan over low heat. Tossing frequently, toast until lightly browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, flour, salt, baking powder, almond extract and vanilla extract. Soak bread slices in the mixture until saturated. Place slices in a shallow pan. Refrigerate slices approximately 1 hour.
  • Heat canola oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. One at a time, press one side of soaked bread slices in the almonds to coat. Fry bread slices on both sides until golden brown. Dust with confectioner's sugar before serving,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525.4 calories, Carbohydrate 49.4 g, Cholesterol 111.5 mg, Fat 29.4 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 674.8 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

COUSCOUS WITH SAUTéED ALMONDS AND CURRANTS



Couscous with Sautéed Almonds and Currants image

Make a double batch of the almond-currant topping, then use it as a crunchy finish for salads and grain dishes. Though Admony calls for whole-wheat couscous, plain works just as well.

Provided by Einat Admony

Categories     Side     Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur     Currant     Almond     Couscous     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups instant couscous (whole wheat or regular)
2 1/2 cups boiling low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup sliced almonds
3 tablespoons dried currants

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the couscous, broth, paprika, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and let rest for 5 minutes. Uncover and fluff with a fork.
  • While the couscous is resting, heat the oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the almonds and cook, stirring, until fragrant and lightly golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer almonds and oil to a small bowl. Transfer fluffed couscous into a serving bowl and top with currants and the toasted almonds along with their oil.

ALMOND ORANGE COUSCOUS



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This is a foolproof side dish that is great served with lentils, stew, lamb or beef. Source: Cuisine at Home.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Healthy

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup couscous
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon orange zest, chopped
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil, stir in the couscous and butter; cover, turn off heat and allow to sit for 5 minutes.
  • Remove lid, fluff couscous with a fork, stir in the almonds, cilantro, orange zest and salt.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.8, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 433.6, Carbohydrate 27, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 0.4, Protein 6.7

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