Delicious and Healthy Cauliflower Couscous Recipe

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Delicious and Healthy Cauliflower Couscous Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 20, 2024

Try this amazing recipe for cauliflower couscous to enjoy a healthy and delicious meal. Made with grated cauliflower, aromatic spices, and flavorful vegetables, this dish is a great substitute for traditional couscous. It's gluten-free, low in carbohydrates, and packed with nutrients. Perfect for vegetarian or vegan diets, this recipe can be served as a main course or as a side dish. With a preparing time of just 30 minutes, you can quickly whip up this flavorful cauliflower couscous to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

  • 1 large head of cauliflower
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Directions

  1. Cut the cauliflower into florets and wash them thoroughly.
  2. Grate the cauliflower florets using a grater or pulse them in a food processor until they resemble couscous.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.
  5. Add the grated cauliflower to the skillet, along with the ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
  6. Cook the cauliflower couscous for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is tender but not mushy.
  7. Remove the skillet from heat and let the couscous cool slightly.
  8. In a separate bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, fresh parsley, fresh mint leaves, toasted pine nuts, and lemon juice.
  9. Add the tomato mixture to the skillet with the cauliflower couscous and toss gently to combine.
  10. Adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lemon juice to taste.
  11. Serve the cauliflower couscous warm as a main course or a side dish. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Cauliflower is a versatile vegetable that can be used as a healthy substitute for rice, couscous, or even pizza crust.
  • This recipe is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet while still enjoying the flavors and textures of traditional couscous.
  • Toasting pine nuts before adding them to the dish helps enhance their natural nutty flavor and adds a nice crunch to the cauliflower couscous.