Couscous with Curried Cilantro Pesto

Couscous is a staple food in many North African and Middle Eastern countries, and it is traditionally prepared by steaming and fluffing the grains.

This is vegan recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Couscous with Curried Cilantro Pesto

Cooking Method: Blending, Boiling Cuisine: Indian, Mediterranean Courses: Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 15 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Couscous
• 2 teaspoon Curry Powder
• 1 cup Cilantro
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 3 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 cup Water

Instructions

1. Cook couscous according to package instructions.
2. In a blender, combine cilantro, garlic, curry powder, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Blend until smooth.
3. In a large bowl, mix cooked couscous with the curried cilantro pesto.
4. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 2g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.