Nutrients in Couscous
In one serving: 1 cup cooked
Share of the daily amount
| Nutrient | Amount | women 19–50 | men 19–50 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selenium | 43 mcg | 78% | 78% |
| Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) | 0.6 mg | 12% | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 (niacin) | 1.5 mg NE | 11% | 9.4% |
| Magnesium | 13 mg | 4.2% | 3.3% |
Values marked NIH were checked against the food tables of the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements; the others are approximate and unchecked. Real foods vary with variety, brand, soil and cooking.
Dishes that use it
- Couscous with lamb, chickpeas, carrot and pumpkin
- Chicken with couscous, chickpeas and red pepper
- Chickpea and vegetable couscous box, an orange and milk
- Tagine of chicken with chickpeas, apricots and couscous
General information for healthy people. It does not diagnose, treat or replace advice from a doctor, pharmacist or dietitian. Not reviewed by a clinician.
Page updated: 2026-10-08 · By Prof. E. Shalaan, Applied Sciences and AI (ASAI)