Whole Wheat Israeli Couscous Recipes

Whole wheat Israeli couscous, also called whole wheat pearl couscous, is a small toasted pasta with a pleasantly chewy texture and mild nutty flavor. Its round pearls hold their shape well, making it especially useful in grain salads, warm bowls, skillet dinners, and vegetable-forward sides.

Because it is made with whole wheat, this couscous has a deeper flavor and slightly firmer bite than regular Israeli couscous. Toasting it briefly in olive oil or butter before simmering enhances its nuttiness and helps it taste more robust in simple recipes.

Use whole wheat Israeli couscous anywhere you want a quick-cooking grain-like base that can absorb sauces, vinaigrettes, broths, and pan juices. It pairs well with roasted vegetables, herbs, beans, chicken, fish, feta, lemon, and Mediterranean-inspired seasonings.