Description
Pumpkin sage couscous is a warm, comforting dish that beautifully combines the earthy sweetness of roasted pumpkin with the aromatic essence of fresh sage. This easy-to-make recipe transforms fluffy couscous into a delightful experience, perfect for cozy fall evenings or festive gatherings. Enjoy it as a side dish or elevate it to a main course with your favorite proteins.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (fresh roasted or canned)
- 10 fresh sage leaves, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, bring vegetable broth to a gentle boil.
- Stir in couscous and a pinch of salt; cover and let sit for 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix pumpkin puree with olive oil and chopped sage.
- Fluff the couscous with a fork, then fold in the pumpkin-sage mixture until well combined.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper; serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg