How to Make Curried Couscous with Asparagus and Bleu Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Curried couscous with asparagus and bleu cheese is a delectable and unique dish that offers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. This recipe combines the nutty and slightly spicy taste of couscous with the crunch of fresh asparagus and the bold, creamy tanginess of bleu cheese. The addition of curry powder adds a hint of warmth and depth to the dish, resulting in a savory and satisfying meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner.

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Ingredients

  • 2 ¾ cups water, divided
  • 2 cups uncooked couscous
  • ½ cup raisins
  • 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 ½ cups fresh asparagus tips and pieces
  • ½ cup thinly sliced green onions
  • ⅓ cup shredded carrots
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 3 ounces crumbled blue cheese
  • ¼ cup sunflower kernels

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Bring 1 3/4 cups water to a boil in a saucepan. Slowly pour couscous and raisins into the boiling water while stirring. Place a cover on the saucepan, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the couscous absorbs most of the water, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Remove saucepan from heat and set aside until couscous absorbs remaining water, about 5 minutes more. Fluff couscous with a fork.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute asparagus, green onions, and carrots in hot oil until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix vinegar, sugar, curry powder, ginger, and salt together in a large bowl until the sugar is completely dissolved into the vinegar; add the couscous mixture, asparagus mixture, blue cheese, and sunflower kernels. Gently fold the mixture until the kernels are evenly distributed through the mixture.
  • Nutrition

    395 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 508mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 62g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 12g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 123mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 398mg