How to Make Couscous with a Kick! - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to the world of bold flavors and spicy kicks with our recipe for Couscous with a Kick! This dish is a unique twist on the classic couscous recipe, as it infuses the traditional Mediterranean grain with a burst of fiery flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Perfect for those who enjoy a little heat in their meals, this couscous dish is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe repertoire.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups water
  • 2 cups couscous
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, chopped
  • ½ cucumber, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ cup chopped green onion
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
  • 1 lemon, juiced

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from the heat and stir in the couscous. Cover and let stand until the couscous absorbs the water entirely, about 10 minutes; fluff with a fork.
  • While the couscous soaks, stir the feta cheese, jalapeno pepper, cucumber, garlic, green onion, mint, basil, cilantro, parsley, cumin, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice in a large bowl. Add the prepared couscous and mix well.
  • Nutrition

    210 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 155mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 38g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 20mg
    • Calcium: 111mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 214mg