Dairy-Free Orientalischer Couscous Salat
Transport your taste buds to the vibrant flavors of the Middle East with this Dairy-Free Orientalischer Couscous Salat. This wholesome and refreshing couscous salad combines fluffy couscous with a medley of crisp vegetables, sweet raisins, and crunchy slivered almonds for a delightful mix of textures and flavors. A zesty dressing infused with olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, and coriander ties it all together, while fresh herbs like parsley and mint elevate the dish with their aromatic brightness. Perfectly balanced, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch, side dish, or meal prep. Plus, it's completely dairy-free, making it a healthy and inclusive option for any gathering. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a versatile and satisfying culinary experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams couscous
- 250 ml boiling water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small cucumber
- 150 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 20 grams fresh mint leaves
- 20 grams fresh parsley
- 50 grams raisins
- 30 grams slivered almonds
Instructions
Place the couscous in a large heatproof bowl. Pour the boiling water over the couscous, cover the bowl with a lid or plate, and let it sit for about 10 minutes until the water is absorbed.
Fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Peel and dice the cucumber. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Core and dice the red bell pepper. Finely chop the red onion.
Roughly chop the fresh mint leaves and parsley.
Add the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, mint, parsley, raisins, and slivered almonds to the couscous.
Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss gently to combine all the ingredients well.
Serve the salad at room temperature or chilled, depending on your preference.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
935 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.7 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1608 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.1 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.8 g | ||
| Protein | 21.5 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 292 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1959 mg | 42% | |
*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.
