Cuscuz marroquino com pesto

Ingredientes

• 1 1/2 cups pearl couscous
• 1 3/4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 cup pesto (plus more to taste)
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated, plus more for topping)
• 1/4 cup pine nuts (optional)
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Fresh basil (for topping (optional))

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   In a saucepan combine the 1 ¾ cups waterand 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat and stir in the 1 1/2 cups pearl couscous. Cover the pan, reduce the heat to a simmer and let the couscous cook for 10 minutes. Remove the lid and fluff the couscous with a fork.

2. 2

   While the couscous is cooking, heat a small dry skillet over medium heat. Add the ¼ cup pine nuts and toast for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.

3. 3

   To the cooked couscous, add the 1/2 cup pesto ½ cup parmesan cheese and 1 teaspoon lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

4. 4

   Garnish with the toasted pine nuts, additional parmesan cheese, and fresh basil, if desired. Enjoy!