Couscous with Dried Cherries and Pecans
A nutty, spiced grain salad with bright pops of tart fruit
⏱️ 20 minutes 10 minutes prep · 0 minutes cook
🍽️ 4 Serves
435 Calories
8g Protein
52g Carbs
24g Fat
Why This Recipe Works
This dish relies on the residual heat of the grains to plump the dried fruit and bloom the garam masala. Toasted pecans provide a necessary crunch against the tender, spiced couscous.
Instructions
1
Bring the water, butter, cherries, garlic, garam masala, cayenne, and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
2
Stir in the couscous, cover the pan tightly, and remove it from the heat immediately.
3
Let the pan sit undisturbed until the water is fully absorbed and the grains are tender.
4
Fluff the couscous gently with a fork to break up any large clumps.
5
Fold in the toasted pecans, scallions, and lemon juice. Serve warm.
🍽️ Complete the Meal
Roasted cauliflower with tahini Cucumber yogurt salad
Storage: Refrigerate up to 3 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I freeze this recipe?
Refrigerate up to 3 days.
What substitutions can I make?
- unsalted butter: neutral oil
