| Level: | Easy |
| Total: | 20 min |
| Prep: | 5 min |
| Inactive: | 10 min |
| Cook: | 5 min |
| Yield: | 4 to 6 servings |
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup instant couscous
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken stock
- 4 ounces dried apricots, about 12, finely diced
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/4 cup pitted kalamata olives, chopped
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Put the couscous in a large mixing bowl. Put the chicken stock and apricots in a saucepan, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Pour the boiling liquid over the couscous, and shake the bowl to moisten every grain. Sprinkle the olives and scallions over the top and cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap. Let stand 10 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed.
- To serve, season the couscous with salt and pepper and fluff with a fork. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size | 1 of 6 servings |
| Calories | 231 |
| Total Fat | 1 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 47 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 10 g |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 361 mg |
Reviews
I never put water I was tout steam
Maybe because I didn’t use instant couscous, but there wasn’t enough water so I ruined the entire dish. The couscous I use, says a 1:2 ratio, so there should have been 3 cups of liquid. My family went hungry that night because I didn’t catch the liquid part until it was too late. None of us liked it. I’ll try again with modifications.
Flavors were yummy, and I’ll make it again. Like other reviewers I loved the apricot paired with kalamata olives. Yum yum! Even my boyfriend liked it.
I did have an issue with the couscous sticking, so I’ll not cover it while its “cooking” next time and I might try the Israeli Couscous.
I thought it had a great taste but it was too dry. I don’t know if I boiled the stock to long and it evaporated but it needed more moisture. Other than that it was excellent!!!!!! The combo of the salty olives w/ the apricots was a pleasant surprise. I will make this one again for sure!!!
I had unexpected company for dinner and realized I had everything on hand to make this couscous for a side dish. I also threw in a handful of sliced almonds. It was a big hit, even with a college guy who is a rather picky eater. I’m making it again for Fathers Day.
My first time seeing this program. THRILLED! I haven’t tried the recipe yet for the couscous but can’t wait!!! I have a wonderful garlic olive oil that would be an excellent addition also, I can’t wait to put the apricots and olives together! All of you negative Nellies, have a little imagination! Claire, you are awesome and personable! Needless to say, I loved your show!
Realice el menu completo, ya que queria agradar a una amiga y fue increiiiiible todo quedo perfecto.
gracias!
gracias!
didn’t like very dry and boring flavors did not go well together
I used Israeli couscous instead and it was great! I loved how easy and tasty this recipe was.
the sweetness from the apricots pairs beautifully with the saltiness from the olives. This is an excellent side dish!