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Creamy Lemon Herb Couscous Cups

Discover the delightful taste of Creamy Lemon Herb Couscous Cups, a vibrant dish that combines creamy textures with zesty lemon and fresh herbs. Perfect as appetizers or side dishes, these colorful cups are easy to prepare and sure to impress at any gathering. Made with quality ingredients like Greek yogurt and lemon zest, they offer a refreshing burst of flavor. Enjoy their versatility for casual get-togethers or elevate your meal prep with this nutritious, visually appealing recipe.
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Ingredients
  

1 cup couscous

1 1/4 cups vegetable broth

1/2 cup cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt

1 lemon (zest and juice)

1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped

1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and pepper, to taste

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (for garnish)

Olive oil (for drizzling)

Optional: 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds (for garnish)

Instructions
 

Prepare the Couscous: In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the couscous. Cover and let it sit for about 5 minutes until the couscous absorbs the broth and becomes fluffy.

    Mix Creamy Base: In a separate bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy and smooth.

      Fluff and Combine: Once the couscous is ready, fluff it with a fork. Add the creamy mixture to the couscous and stir in the fresh parsley and dill. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

        Assemble the Cups: Using a muffin tin, place cupcake liners or simply grease the muffin tin cups. Spoon the creamy lemon herb couscous mixture into each cup, pressing down gently to pack it in.

          Chill: Place the muffin tin in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the cups firm up.

            Serve: After chilling, pop the couscous cups out of the muffin tin. Arrange on a serving platter, topping each cup with halved cherry tomatoes, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds for extra crunch.

              Enjoy!: Serve chilled or at room temperature as a delightful appetizer or a side dish.

                Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 min | 1 hr | 12 cups