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    Home » Newest Recipes! » Instant Pot » Instant Pot Couscous

    Instant Pot Couscous

    Published: May 14, 2022 · Modified: May 25, 2022 by Aubrey · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This instant pot couscous is quick, easy and delicious. Make fluffy, tender Israeli couscous and pearl couscous for an excellent side dish, or use in soups, stews or fresh pasta salads! Healthy and versatile recipe for the beginner instant pot user.

    3 bowls of instant pot couscous

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    If you are a couscous lover, you are in the right place! This instant pot couscous is so easy to make and turns out fluffy and tender.

    Instant pot couscous is also the perfect side dish and can be used in so many different ways. I love tossing my couscous with this Pesto with Cashews for a delicious side or dinner.

    I also love serving this Salmon with Lemon and Air Fryer Swordfish over a heaping portion of instant pot couscous with a side of Roasted Asparagus or green beans (for the perfect cook, check out how long to boil green beans).

    You can also serve instant pot couscous with a veggie or chicken burger such as these Lentil Burgers or BBQ Chicken Burgers for a health and well rounded meal!

    Why this recipe works

    pearl couscous instant pot in a bowl

    Instant pot Israeli couscous is quick and easy to make!

    There are many couscous instant pot recipes to choose from, making this the perfect side or main dish.

    You can make this couscous in the instant pot and don’t have to monitor while cooking. It turns out perfect every time!

    Ingredients

    instant pot israeli couscous

    Couscous: Any type of couscous will work for this recipe including Israeli or pearl couscous. This toasted Israeli couscous is delicious!

    Water

    Instant Pot Couscous Instructions

    israeli couscous in instant pot
    1. Add couscous and water to instant pot.
    2. Cook on instant pot high pressure setting for 2 minutes.
    3. Quick release steam when done.
    4. Once steam is fully released, remove lid, stir and enjoy!

    Couscous water ratio

    israeli couscous instant pot in bowls with veggies

    The perfect ratio of water to couscous in the instant pot is 1 cup couscous to 1 and ¼ cup water.

    What to serve with couscous

    instant pit couscous surrounded by fresh vegetables

    Couscous is a wonderfully versatile ingredient. It can be used in soups, stews or salads. It can be served as a side or a main dish.

    Some of my favorites serve with instant pot couscous are Pistachio Crusted Salmon, Easy Baked Salmon and Blackened Cod.

    FAQ and expert tips

    instant pot pearl couscous in a bowl
    Is couscous healthier than rice?

    Couscous and rice are both healthy and delicious carbohydrate options.

    Is quinoa or couscous better for you?

    Both couscous and quinoa are health options. Quinoa has a higher level of protein than couscous.

    What is the difference between Israeli and pearl couscous?

    Pearl couscous is a larger version Moroccan couscous. Israeli couscous is toasted giving it a rich nutty flavor.

    instant pot couscous in a bowl with fresh chopped vegetables

    Looking for other delicious instant pot recipes?

    • Instant Pot Tri Tip
    • Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup
    • Instant Pot Sushi Rice
    • Instant Pot Risotto

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    instant pot couscous next to blue napkin, tomato and lemon

    Instant Pot Couscous

    This instant pot couscous is quick, easy and delicious. Make fluffy, tender Israeli couscous and pearl couscous for an excellent side dish, or use in soups, stews or fresh pasta salads! Healthy and versatile recipe for the beginner instant pot user.
    5 from 35 votes
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    Course: dinner, Side Dish, sides, Snack
    Cuisine: American, israeli
    Prep Time: 1 minute
    Cook Time: 2 minutes
    Time for instant pot to reach full pressure.: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 13 minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 163kcal
    Author: Aubrey
    Cost: $1

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup couscous (Israeli or pearl)
    • 1¼ cup water

    Instructions

    • Add couscous and water to instant pot.
    • Cook on instant pot high pressure setting for 2 minutes.
    • Quick release steam when done.
    • Once steam is fully released, remove lid, stir and enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 72mg | Fiber: 2g | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg
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