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    Home ยป Recipes ยป Breakfast ยป Breakfast Oats and Porridge

    Breakfast Couscous

    Published: Sep 25, 2014 ยท Updated: May 2, 2023 by Neil 8 Comments

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    Birds eye view of a bowl of breakfast couscous. Pin title text overlay at top.
    Breakfast couscous is a delicious quick and easy alternative to porridge. Naturally sweet and healthy it's the perfect start to a busy morning! #neilshealthymeals #recipe #couscous #breakfastcouscous

    Breakfast couscous is a delicious quick and easy alternative to porridge. Naturally sweet and healthy it's the perfect start to a busy morning!

    Birds eye view of a bowl of breakfast couscous with a dollop of creame fraiche on. A glass of orange juice and spoon to the side.

    Breakfast couscous? You mean, like, couscous for breakfast?

    Yep, I most certainly do and this is one of my favourite breakfasts - especially at the weekend!

    Of course you can have this delicious breakfast couscous any morning, not just the weekend.

    I also love it as one of my mid-morning or mid-afternoon snack options.

    This is a naturally sweet couscous breakfast and it's a great alternative to oatmeal.

    This healthy breakfast couscous is really easy to make.

    To make it fresh you need to lightly steam some milk so the use of a stove is required and during the week I’m not always near one!

    However it's perfectly easy to make this breakfast couscous the night before you want to enjoy it it.

    Just allow it to cool first then seal it in an airtight container and you've got overnight couscous!

    I usually find that I'm starving by the middle of the afternoon.

    That's why a bowl of this breakfast couscous comes in handy as a healthy snack and fills me up at that time too.

    It means I'm not reaching for anything unhealthy from the work vending machine!

    It's made from all healthy natural ingredients and you can substitute your own favourites in it too! See below for suggestions.

    This couscous breakfast takes just 10 minutes to make and contains no added refined sugar.

    It's a great healthy breakfast and a great start to the day!

    Jump to:
    • ๐Ÿฅ˜ Ingredients
    • ๐Ÿ”ช How To Make Breakfast Couscous
    • ๐Ÿฝย Equipment
    • ๐Ÿ’ญ FAQ's
    • ๐Ÿ“‹ Breakfast Couscous Recipe
    • ๐Ÿงพ Nutrition Label
    • โญ Rate The Recipe

    🥘 Ingredients

    • Couscous - use uncooked couscous.
    • Sultanas - you can use raisins instead.
    • Dried Cranberries - you can use dried cherries instead.
    • Chopped Dried Apricots - you can use dried figs instead.
    • Flax Seeds (optional)
    • Skimmed Milk - you can also use semi skimmed, whole milk or a dairy free or a plant based alternative like coconut or almond milk.
    • Greek Yogurt - I use fat free. You can also use plain yogurt or other yogurt of your choice.

    See recipe card for quantities.

    🔪 How To Make Breakfast Couscous

    Detailed instructions are in the recipe card below. But here is a quick step by step guide of how to make this easy breakfast couscous recipe:

    1. Place all ingredients into a breakfast bowl or airtight container (if making overnight couscous) and mix together.
    2. Heat the milk. Remove it once it begins to steam. Pour the hot milk into your breakfast bowl or airtight container. Mix together.
    3. Cover the bowl with a plate or loosely with lid. Leave it to stand for about 10 minutes untouched.
    4. Top with yogurt and serve straight away if eating fresh or store container, sealed overnight in fridge if eating the next day.

    🍽 Equipment

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    A perfect measuring jug, easy to clean and suitable for oven and microwave use too!

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    💭 FAQ's

    What Is Couscous?

    Although it looks like a grain, it's actually a very small pasta made with semolina flour from durum wheat, mixed with water. You'll find there are three different types of couscous, Moroccan, the smallest, Israeli or pearl couscous, medium sized and Lebanese, the largest.

    How Many Calories Are In This Couscous Breakfast?

    This naturally sweet couscous breakfast has just 351 calories per serving.

    What Kind Of Couscous Should I Use?

    I generally use Israeli couscous but you can use any variety mentioned above.

    Can I Make It Ahead?

    Yes. Just follow the steps and make it as overnight breakfast couscous in an airtight container that you can store in the fridge.

    What To Serve With This Breakfast?

    Make it your own by trying different fillings and toppings like some chopped nuts and / or creme fraiche. If not sweet enough for you add some honey, vanilla extract or agave nectar.

    Storage And Freezing?

    Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 - 3 days. You can freeze breakfast couscous. Ensure it is thoroughly defrosted first if eating cold. You can also re-heat on your stove top or in your microwave.

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    Breakfast couscous is a naturally sweet, easy to make, nutritious and quickly made delicious bowl of goodness to start your day. Try it! You’ll be surprised!
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    📋 Breakfast Couscous Recipe

    This delicious breakfast couscous is a naturally sweet and filling alternative breakfast option to porridge.
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Cook Time10 minutes mins
    Total Time15 minutes mins
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: Middle Eastern
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 351kcal
    Author: Neil

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    This means that if you click on it and then buy that product I’ll get a small commission (at no extra cost to you of course).

    If you do click through then thanks for being a part of Neil’s Healthy Meals!

    Equipment

    • Saucepans
    • Kitchen scale
    • Chopping board
    • Kitchen knives
    • Measuring spoons
    • Measuring jug

    Ingredients

    • 55 g Couscous
    • 30 g sultanas
    • 30 g dried cranberries
    • 30 g chopped dried apricots
    • 1 tablespoon flax seeds optional
    • 150 ml skimmed milk
    • No fat Greek yogurt
    Metric - US Customary

    Instructions

    • Place couscous, sultanas, cranberries, dried apricots and flax seeds into a breakfast bowl or airtight container (if making overnight couscous) and mix together.
    • Heat the milk in a small saucepan, constantly stirring it, and once it begins to steam, remove the pan from the heat and pour the hot milk into your breakfast bowl or airtight container. Mix together a little.
    • Cover the bowl with a plate or loosely with lid and leave it to stand for 10 minutes untouched.
    • Top with yogurt and serve straight away if eating fresh or store container, sealed overnight in fridge if eating the next day.
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    Notes

    Nutrition label is without flax seeds. With is 406 calories.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 351kcal | Carbohydrates: 75.2g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 5.7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 15.5mg | Sodium: 74.1mg | Fiber: 5.1g | Sugar: 61.1g | Vitamin A: 1350IU | Vitamin C: 1.7mg | Calcium: 210mg | Iron: 1.6mg

    🧾 Nutrition Label

    Nutritional information provided below is calculated using paid for online tools and the exact ingredients and quantities used above.

    Nutrition Facts
    📋 Breakfast Couscous
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 351 Calories from Fat 51
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 5.7g9%
    Saturated Fat 3g19%
    Cholesterol 15.5mg5%
    Sodium 74.1mg3%
    Carbohydrates 75.2g25%
    Fiber 5.1g21%
    Sugar 61.1g68%
    Protein 7g14%
    Vitamin A 1350IU27%
    Vitamin C 1.7mg2%
    Calcium 210mg21%
    Iron 1.6mg9%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    Comments

    1. Nagi@RecipeTin Eats

      September 29, 2014 at 8:11 am

      5 stars
      I never in a million years would have thought to have couscous for breakfast but WHY NOT?? It's so logical?? This is a great idea, thanks for sharing! Pinning so I don't lose it!

      Reply
      • neil@neilshealthymeals.com

        September 29, 2014 at 8:26 am

        Hello Nagi, thank you for stopping by, checking out and commenting on my recipe. I know what you mean, Couscous is such a simple, easy and inexpensive alternative for breakfast. I absolutely love it! Thanks for pinning and sharing. I'll be checking out more of your site and it's fabulous pictures later (just started work here). ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    2. aknutrition

      September 29, 2014 at 2:26 pm

      Hi there!
      Just dropped by to say I love your posts!
      Very interesting and some great ideas.
      I'm curious though, how do you create a printable version of the recipe? It it a app module or?
      Keep up the great work! ๐Ÿ™‚
      X
      PS- Thanks for the taking the time out to like our latest post regarding Apple Cider Vinegar and it's health and beauty benefits over at aknutrition.com . Much appreciated ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
    3. neil@neilshealthymeals.com

      September 29, 2014 at 2:48 pm

      Hello Kaelli, thank you for dropping by and taking the time to check out my little corner of the internet. I enjoyed reading through your blog! ๐Ÿ™‚
      Delighted to help regarding printable version of recipes. My blog is "self-hosted" that is, it was originally, with wordpress.com, but now Bluehost host it for me.
      When I was with wordpress, you can use this link http://en.support.wordpress.com/recipes/ and use their code and explanation to have your recipes printable. It worked for me.
      As I am now self hosted, yes I have an "app" or "plugin" which is called "Easyrecipe".
      I hope this makes sense for you, if not just ask! There's so much stuff to understand when you are writing a blog! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • Kaelli

        September 30, 2014 at 1:49 am

        So good to hear ๐Ÿ™‚ I have a new website being constructed so keep your eye out for the launch ๐Ÿ™‚
        Thankyou so much! It worked and looks so good!
        I agree, but thats whats so exciting haha
        X

        Reply
        • neil@neilshealthymeals.com

          September 30, 2014 at 5:43 am

          Hey, I'm glad the print recipe code worked for you! Looking forward to seeing your new website. ๐Ÿ™‚

          Reply
    4. Agness of Run Agness Run

      May 04, 2017 at 3:56 pm

      This is an excellent breakfast recipe, Neil! So mouth-watering!

      Reply
      • neil@neilshealthymeals.com

        May 04, 2017 at 8:26 pm

        Hey Agnes, thanks so much for taking the time to read and comment on my recipe, and for your kind words! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
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