What is saffron infused couscous?

It's couscous that has been flavored and colored with saffron.

How can I serve saffron infused couscous?

It pairs well with grilled vegetables or can be served as a side to meats.

Couscous is made from wheat, so it's not gluten-free.

Grains

Delicious couscous infused with saffron, offering unique flavors and a vibrant color.

Per 100 g

120 kcal

1 cup cooked

189 kcal

(157 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
4 g / 100g	24 g / 100g	2 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 12% · Carbs 74% · Fat 14%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 cup cooked (157 g, 189 kcal) is 9% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 cup cooked takes about 46 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Saffron Infused Couscous is number 2 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 137 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Nutty Barley Salad	120	4 g
Saffron Infused Couscous	120	4 g
Turmeric Rice Salad	130	3 g
Wild Rice Pilaf with Cranberries	140	4 g
Apple Cinnamon Quinoa	143	4.1 g
Bulgur and Roasted Veggie Bowl	150	5 g

Nutrition data updated June 13, 2026.

7/10

High in flavor but moderate in calories, perfect as a side dish.

What is saffron infused couscous?: It's couscous that has been flavored and colored with saffron.
How can I serve saffron infused couscous?: It pairs well with grilled vegetables or can be served as a side to meats.
Is couscous gluten-free?: Couscous is made from wheat, so it's not gluten-free.

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