Description
This Caramelized Shallot Goat Cheese Couscous is a flavor explosion — creamy, tangy, and perfectly savory. Sweet caramelized shallots meet fluffy couscous and creamy goat cheese for an easy, elegant side or main dish that’s ready in minutes.
Ingredients
1 cup pearl (Israeli) couscous
2 tbsp olive oil, divided
3 shallots, thinly sliced
1 tbsp butter
1 garlic clove, minced
1 3/4 cups vegetable broth
2 oz goat cheese, crumbled
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
Fresh thyme or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
1. In a medium skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil and butter over medium-low heat.
2. Add sliced shallots and a pinch of salt. Cook slowly for 10–12 minutes, stirring often, until golden and caramelized.
3. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Stir in remaining olive oil and the couscous. Toast for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden.
5. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 8–10 minutes, until couscous is tender and liquid is absorbed.
6. Remove from heat and stir in goat cheese until creamy and combined.
7. Season with salt, pepper, and a splash of balsamic vinegar if using.
8. Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Top with toasted pine nuts or crushed pistachios for extra crunch.
Add roasted vegetables or grilled chicken to make it a full meal.
For a tangier flavor, use herbed or honey goat cheese!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: caramelized shallot couscous, goat cheese couscous, creamy pearl couscous, easy side dish, vegetarian couscous recipe