calamata couscous

Long Island, NY
Updated on Jan 18, 2011

I'm really loving couscous lately and I was trying to think of a flavorful way to prepare it! Well, this is just what I was looking for! I created this by combining all the flavors I knew I would love with couscous! It worked perfectly! I hope you'll try it next time your craving couscous!

prep time 15 Min
cook time 5 Min
method ---
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1-14 ounce can of low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 large clove of garlic - crushed
  • 1/4 cup onion - minced
  • 1/2 cup calamata olives - pitted and chopped
  • 1/2 cup provolone cheese - shredded
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley - chopped
  • - salt & pepper to taste

How To Make calamata couscous

  • Step 1
    Heat chicken broth in a microwave safe dish on high for about 2 minutes or til boiling.
  • Step 2
    Remove from microwave and add couscous. Cover with plastic wrap and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Step 3
    In the mean time, saute garlic and onion in a small skillet with the olive oil. Saute a few minutes til softened. Add salt & pepper to taste.
  • Step 4
    Combine the sauteed onions and garlic and all the remaining ingredients with the couscous. Stir together and serve warm.

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