cauliflower couscous w/ cherries, pistachios, mint

Name: Cauliflower Couscous w/ Cherries, Pistachios, Mint
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 - head of cauliflower, florets only; 3 tablespoon(s) olive oil; - kosher salt; - black pepper; 25 - cherries, pitted and finely chopped (1/2 c.); 1/4 cup(s) chopped mint, plus more for garnish; 1/4 cup(s) chopped toasted pistachios; 1 tablespoon(s) lemon zest

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Heather Trice

Indianapolis, IN

Updated on Oct 27, 2015

I use frozen cherries that I thaw and chop when I make this to save the time of pitting fresh cherries. If you think you don't like cauliflower, this dish will change your mind.

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prep time 20 Min

cook time 5 Min

method Pan Fry

yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

1 - head of cauliflower, florets only
3 tablespoons olive oil
- kosher salt
- black pepper
25 - cherries, pitted and finely chopped (1/2 c.)
1/4 cup chopped mint, plus more for garnish
1/4 cup chopped toasted pistachios
1 tablespoon lemon zest

How To Make cauliflower couscous w/ cherries, pistachios, mint

Step 1

In a food processor fitted with a metal blade, pulse cauliflower florets until they reach the size of couscous

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet and add cauliflower couscous. Cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
Step 3

In a large bowl, stir together cauliflower couscous, cherries, mint, pistachios, lemon zest, and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and garnish with mint.
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