Thanksgiving is a time of year filled with family, friends, and of course, delicious food. While traditional Thanksgiving dishes like turkey and mashed potatoes are always crowd-pleasers, why not switch things up this year with a unique twist on a classic side dish? This Thanksgiving, try adding a flavorful and aromatic couscous dish to your dinner table. This recipe is simple, yet packed with bold flavors and is sure to impress your loved ones. Let's dive into the details of this mouth-watering Thanksgiving couscous recipe.
Brussels Sprout and Sweet Potato Israeli Couscous Salad
Main Ingredients: Brussels Sprouts, Sweet Potato, Olive Oil, Salt
Add some healthy and flavorful side dishes to your beer can chicken with this Brussels sprout and sweet potato Israeli couscous salad. The combination of roasted vegetables and fluffy couscous creates a hearty and satisfying dish that pairs perfectly with the bold flavors of beer can chicken. Plus, the vibrant colors of this salad will make your dinner table look even more inviting.
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Pumpkin Stuffed with Herbed Apple Couscous
Main Ingredients: Pumpkins, Onion, Garlic, Celery, Apple, Thyme, Sage
For a festive twist on beer can chicken, try stuffing a pumpkin with herbed apple couscous. The pumpkin adds a unique and seasonal touch to the dish, while the sweet and savory flavors of the apple and herbs complement the chicken perfectly. This dish is sure to be a hit at your next fall gathering.
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Mediterranean Couscous Salad
Main Ingredients: Couscous, Water, Vegetable Bouillon, Extra Virgin Olive
Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with this flavorful couscous salad. Packed with fresh vegetables, olives, and feta cheese, this dish is bursting with bold flavors that will complement your beer can chicken. It's also a great option for vegetarians who want to enjoy the full beer can chicken experience.
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Mediterranean Diet
Main Ingredients: Raw Shrimp, Avocado Oil, Italian Seasoning, Sea Salt
The Mediterranean diet is known for its health benefits and delicious flavors, making it a popular choice for many people. With this beer can chicken recipe, you can incorporate the principles of the Mediterranean diet into your meal by using fresh ingredients and healthy cooking methods. Your taste buds and your body will thank you.
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Perfect Couscous
Main Ingredients: Low Sodium Chicken Broth, Salt, Unsalted Butter
If you've never made couscous before, don't worry – it's actually very easy! This recipe will guide you through the steps to create the perfect fluffy and flavorful couscous to pair with your beer can chicken. Once you master this side dish, you'll want to make it again and again.
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One Pan Moroccan Chicken and Couscous
Main Ingredients: Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, Olive Oil, Ground
Save time and effort with this one-pan beer can chicken and couscous recipe. By cooking everything in the same skillet, you'll have less dishes to clean up and more time to enjoy your delicious meal. The Moroccan-inspired spices in this dish will add a unique and exotic touch to your dinner table.
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Thanksgiving Stuffing
Main Ingredients: Butter Margarine, Medium Onion, Celery Stalks, Kosher
Take your Thanksgiving dinner to the next level with this beer can chicken and stuffing recipe. The beer-infused chicken will add a new dimension of flavor to your traditional stuffing, making it the star of the meal. Your guests will be asking for this recipe long after the holiday is over.
Israeli couscous, also known as pearl couscous, has a larger and chewier texture than regular couscous. This makes it a great option for salads, as it holds up well to dressing and other ingredients. Try this Israeli couscous salad with your beer can chicken for a unique and delicious meal.
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Lemon Couscous Salad
Main Ingredients: Couscous, Chicken Broth, White Wine Vinegar, Lemon
Add a refreshing and citrusy touch to your beer can chicken meal with this lemon couscous salad. The bright flavors of lemon and herbs will complement the rich and smoky flavors of the chicken perfectly. This salad is also a great option for a light and healthy lunch or dinner on its own.
If you're not a fan of chicken, why not try this beer can turkey recipe for your Thanksgiving meal? The beer will keep the turkey moist and add a delicious flavor to the meat. Plus, cooking the turkey on the grill will free up your oven for all of your other holiday dishes.
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Couscous Salad
Main Ingredients: Couscous, Cucumber, Red Pepper, Cherry Tomatoes
Looking for a simple and versatile side dish to go with your beer can chicken? This couscous salad is the perfect option. You can customize it with your favorite vegetables, herbs, and dressing to create a dish that complements your chicken and satisfies your taste buds.
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Thanksgiving Cranberry Sauce
Main Ingredients: Cranberries, Cranberry Juice, Maple Syrup, Orange Juice
No Thanksgiving meal is complete without cranberry sauce. This beer-infused cranberry sauce will add a new level of flavor to your traditional dish, making it the perfect accompaniment to your beer can chicken. Plus, it's easy to make and can be made ahead of time, saving you time on the day of your holiday feast.
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Thanksgiving Sides
Main Ingredients: Sweet Potatoes, Eggs, Whole Milk, Grated Nutmeg, Ground
Thanksgiving is all about the sides, and this beer can chicken recipe will give you plenty of options to choose from. From Brussels sprouts to sweet potatoes to cranberry sauce, you can create a full Thanksgiving feast on the grill or in the oven with these delicious and flavorful sides.
Mashed potatoes are a classic Thanksgiving side dish, but this beer-infused recipe takes them to a whole new level. The beer adds a subtle but delicious flavor to the potatoes, making them stand out on your holiday table. And with the convenience of cooking them on the grill, you'll save precious stovetop space for other dishes.
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Classic Traditional Thanksgiving Stuffing
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, French Bread, Vidalia Onion, Celery
If you're a fan of traditional Thanksgiving stuffing, you'll love this beer can chicken and stuffing recipe. The beer adds a unique twist to the classic dish, making it even more flavorful and delicious. And with the turkey drippings from the beer can chicken, your stuffing will have an extra boost of flavor.
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Easy Couscous
Main Ingredients: Couscous, Vegetable Stock, Crushed Garlic, Onion
If you're short on time but still want to create a delicious and impressive meal, this easy couscous recipe is the way to go. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you'll have a flavorful and fluffy side dish to go with your beer can chicken. It's perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dinner plans.
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Vegan Burger
Main Ingredients: Walnuts, Chickpeas, Soy Sauce, Tomato Paste, Vegan
Looking for a meatless option to pair with your beer can chicken? This vegan burger recipe is a great option for vegetarians or anyone looking to add more plant-based meals to their diet. The burger patty is made with couscous, chickpeas, and spices, making it a flavorful and protein-packed addition to your beer can chicken meal.
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OREO Cookie Balls - Thanksgiving Turkey
Main Ingredients: Oreo Cookies, Cream Cheese, Semi Sweet Baking
End your beer can chicken meal on a sweet note with these adorable OREO cookie balls in the shape of a Thanksgiving turkey. These bite-sized treats are easy to make and will add a fun and festive touch to your holiday dinner. Plus, they're a great way to use up any leftover OREO cookies.
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Moroccan Couscous with Roasted Vegetables, Chick Peas...
Main Ingredients: Red Bell Pepper, Medium Carrots, Red Onion, Medium
For a hearty and flavorful meal, try this Moroccan-inspired couscous dish with roasted vegetables, chickpeas, and chicken. The warm and aromatic spices will add depth and complexity to the dish, while the beer can chicken will bring everything together with its bold and juicy flavors.
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Spiced Stuffed Roast Pumpkin with Lemon Tahini Dressing
Main Ingredients: Pumpkin, Olive Oil, Brown Onion, Ground Cumin, Ground
Impress your dinner guests with this visually stunning and delicious spiced stuffed roast pumpkin with lemon tahini dressing. The pumpkin is filled with a flavorful and hearty couscous stuffing and drizzled with a tangy and creamy dressing. This dish is sure to be the star of any meal.
Ingredients:
For the couscous:
1 cup couscous
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
For the dressing:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to a boil.
Stir in the couscous and remove from heat. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes.
Fluff the couscous with a fork and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
Add the dried cranberries, sliced almonds, and chopped fresh parsley to the bowl with the couscous.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, ground cumin, and ground cinnamon to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss to combine.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Why You Should Try This Recipe:
This Thanksgiving couscous recipe is the perfect addition to your holiday dinner for a few reasons. First, it is incredibly easy to make and requires minimal ingredients. Second, the combination of flavors from the savory couscous, sweet cranberries, and nutty almonds creates a perfect balance of taste and texture. Finally, this dish is a great option for vegetarians and can also be made vegan by using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. It's a delicious and versatile option for any dietary restrictions at your Thanksgiving table.
Final Thoughts:
Thanksgiving is a time to gather with loved ones and give thanks for all that we have. This year, add a new and unique dish to your dinner table with this Thanksgiving couscous recipe. Not only is it bursting with flavor, but it's also a healthier alternative to some traditional sides. So, impress your guests and switch things up this year with this delicious and easy-to-make couscous dish. Happy Thanksgiving!
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