Curried Couscous Salad
Elevate your meal prep with this vibrant Curried Couscous Salad, a colorful medley of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Fluffy couscous is infused with aromatic curry powder, ground cumin, and a tangy lemon-honey dressing, creating a warm and slightly sweet foundation. Crisp vegetables like diced red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion add refreshing crunch, while plump raisins and toasted almonds provide delightful bursts of sweetness and nuttiness. Finished with fresh cilantro for a hint of herbaceous flavor, this salad is a perfect balance of textures and tastes. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing dish ideal for potlucks, picnics, or a light lunch. Serve it chilled for a refreshing twist or enjoy it at room temperature for ultimate versatility.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.25 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 0.5 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.25 cup almonds, sliced and toasted
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in the couscous. Cover the pan and let it sit for 5 minutes until the liquid is absorbed. Fluff the couscous with a fork and set aside to cool slightly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, curry powder, cumin, salt, lemon juice, honey, and black pepper to create the dressing. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked couscous, diced red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, raisins, and toasted almonds.
Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss gently until well coated.
Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the salad and give it another light toss.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1060 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.1 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4076 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.6 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.0 g | ||
| Protein | 23.1 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 2031 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
