Nut-Free Orientalischer Couscous Salat
Elevate your salad game with this Nut-Free Orientalischer Couscous Salat—a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that combines fluffy couscous with a medley of fresh vegetables, sweet raisins, and a tangy lemon and spice-infused dressing. Perfect for those seeking an allergen-friendly alternative, this recipe is free from nuts yet brimming with bold Middle Eastern-inspired flavors thanks to cumin and coriander. With minimal prep time, this quick and wholesome salad is ideal for busy weeknights, meal preps, or gatherings. Serve it as a refreshing side dish or a light main course to impress your guests with a wholesome, nutrient-rich meal that’s bursting with color and irresistible taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams couscous
- 250 milliliters water
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 150 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
- 30 grams fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 50 grams raisins
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, bring the 250 ml of water to a boil. Add the salt and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the couscous. Cover and let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until the couscous has absorbed all the water.
Fluff the couscous with a fork, then set it aside to cool.
In a large bowl, combine the cooled couscous with diced cucumber, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, parsley, red onion, and raisins.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, cumin powder, coriander powder, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss everything well to ensure the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice according to your preference.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors, or serve immediately if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
891 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.5 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1620 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.6 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.6 g | ||
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 231 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1769 mg | 38% | |
*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.
