Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Prepare pearl couscous according to package directions.

  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic, pepper, and onion; sauté until tender.

  3. In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, basil, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and balsamic vinegar; stir in pearl couscous and sautéed vegetables.

  4. Add salt, pepper and additional Parmesan, if desired. Serve warm.

Couscous and vegetable combos

Couscous and vegetables work wonders together and give us a great way to combine nutritious vegetables with texture and flavor, especially when adding sauces. There are plenty of couscous and veggie combos out there that can liven up your kitchen. Let’s look at some of them!

Other couscous and veggie recipes

Take this Roasted Seven Vegetable Couscous Recipe for example. a new spin on a classic Moroccan veggie dish - it's roasted instead of stewed, which gives it a ton of tasty flavor. Serve it on top of some light and fluffy RiceSelect® Couscous for a meatless meal that'll satisfy all.

Or this Grilled Vegetable Couscous Recipe. This salad which uses RiceSelect® Couscous is the perfect side dish for a summer evening meal, with grilled veggies like zucchini and bell peppers to give it loads of flavor.

To check out the range of couscous we have available, as well as out other products, be sure to check out our products page.

Garden Fresh Produce

There is something rewarding in adding vegetables and herbs grown in your garden at home to your meals. One of the simplest ways to do that is with herbs like basil, green onions, cilantro and more. This recipe is ideal for enjoying herbs, tomatoes and peppers in a light pasta salad with RiceSelect® Pearl Couscous! If you aren’t able to grow them at home, using fresh produce from a farmer’s market is another great way to use fresh and even seasonal produce.

For another refreshing recipe, try this Spring Greens Risotto with a homemade dandelion pesto, asparagus, watercress and sugar snap peas. Cooking arborio rice risottos has never been tastier! Or alternatively, why not take a look at an Orzo recipe. For something a bit more outside your comfort zone, learn how to cook Pearl Couscous.

Looking for a delicious dinner option? Try our: shrimp and rice bowl.


Made With:

RiceSelect® Pearl Couscous

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