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Healthy One-Pan Couscous With Garlic, Tomato and Basil

Savor Healthy One-Pan Couscous With Garlic, Tomato, and Basil

This Healthy One-Pan Couscous combines the warmth of garlic and tomatoes with vibrant basil for a quick, nourishing meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Couscous
  • 1 cup Israeli Couscous Substitute with rice or quinoa if desired.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Fresh Tomatoes Ripe tomatoes for best flavor; canned is fine.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; add more if you love garlic.
  • 1 cup Basil Fresh basil, or store-bought pesto.
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Optional for a dairy-free version.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan For sprinkling on top.

Equipment

  • Large Pan

Method
 

How to Make Healthy One-Pan Couscous
  1. Begin by heating a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped fresh tomatoes and minced garlic, cooking until tomatoes soften and begin to break down, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Stir in the Israeli couscous, ensuring it is well-coated with the sauce. Allow it to cook for approximately 12 minutes or until it reaches an al dente texture.
  3. Gently fold in the fresh basil and pesto into the cooked couscous, stirring until the basil wilts and the pesto coats the couscous evenly.
  4. Add mozzarella cheese to the pan, stirring until it melts into the dish.
  5. Serve your one-pan masterpiece straight from the pan with a sprinkle of Parmesan on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Garnish with fresh basil leaves for extra color and flavor. Adjust cooking times for different pasta types and enjoy various cheese options to suit dietary preferences.

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