Cooked Couscous
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What it is
Couscous is a North African dish made from tiny balls of durum wheat semolina. The semolina is moistened and rolled, then sifted to create small granules. It is typically steamed before serving.
Why it's used
Couscous is used as a base for stews and tagines, or as a side dish. In packaged foods, it often appears in frozen meals, deli salads, and side dishes, adding a grain component and texture.
Health notes
Couscous is a source of carbohydrates and some protein. It is not a major allergen. The FDA has not established specific regulations for couscous as a food ingredient beyond general food safety standards. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated similar wheat-based products but have not set specific limits for couscous itself.
Allergen info
Couscous is made from wheat, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It contains gluten.
Products containing Cooked Couscous
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Safeway, Inc.
Mediterranean Style Chicken Roasted White Meat Chicken With Yellow Squash, Red Bell Peppers, Zucchini & Red Quinoa Over Couscous Power Bowls, Mediterranean Style Chicken
High in sodium — 31% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving
149kcal
7.4Protein
6.7Fat
14.9Carbs
Kraft Heinz Foods Company
Lemon Feta Frenzy Roasted Zucchini, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Broccoli Florets, And Chickpeas, Topped With Roasted Onions, Feta And Parsley In A Lemon Artichoke Sauce Over Red Quinoa, Yellow Lentils And Couscous, Lemon Feta Frenzy
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
74kcal
3.2Protein
1.4Fat
12.8Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Southwest Bean & Grain Salad, Southwest Bean & Grain
High in sodium — 25% DV per serving
150kcal
4Protein
5Fat
23Carbs
Pinnacle Foods Group LLC
California Style Salmon With Whole Grains, Broccoli, Peas, Tomatoes & Yellow Carrots Seafood And Veggie Meals, California Style Salmon
High in sodium — 30% DV per serving
108kcal
7.5Protein
2.9Fat
13.3Carbs
Aqualink Nevada, LLC
Turkey Meatballs In Morrocan Sauce & Israeli Couscous With Roasted Vegetables, Turkey In Morrocan Sauce
High in sodium — 22% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 38% DV per serving
144kcal
7.6Protein
8.7Fat
8.9Carbs
Pinnacle Foods Group LLC
Shawarma Style Chicken Pearled Couscous, Tender White Meat Chicken, Red & Green Bell Peppers And Onions - All Combined With Mediterranean Spices In An Insanely Tasty Yogurt & Dill Sauce, Shawarma Style Chicken
114kcal
6.7Protein
2.4Fat
16.1Carbs