Salat Tangier
Experience a burst of vibrant flavors with Salat Tangier, a refreshing and wholesome Mediterranean-inspired couscous salad. This colorful dish combines fluffy couscous with crunchy cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a medley of fresh herbs like parsley and mint for a zesty, aromatic base. Sweet raisins, toasted slivered almonds, and briny green olives add a delightful contrast of textures, while a citrusy dressing infused with warm cumin and cinnamon ties it all together. Optional crumbled feta adds a creamy, savory touch, making it perfect for vegetarians and foodies alike. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile salad can be served chilled or at room temperature as a light meal, side dish, or picnic favorite. Packed with bold spices, nutritious ingredients, and irresistible Mediterranean flair, Salat Tangier is a delicious way to elevate your salad game.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Couscous
- 1.25 cups Water
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 medium Cucumber, diced
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup Fresh mint, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cup Raisins
- 0.25 cup Slivered almonds, toasted
- 0.25 cup Pitted green olives, sliced
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Instructions
Bring 1.25 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan. Stir in 1 cup of couscous, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and 0.5 teaspoons of salt. Cover, remove from heat, and let it sit for 5 minutes.
Fluff the cooked couscous with a fork, then transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Allow it to cool to room temperature.
Add the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely chopped red onion to the couscous.
Mix in the fresh parsley, fresh mint, and raisins.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, and ground cinnamon to create a dressing.
Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss thoroughly to combine all flavors.
Fold in the slivered almonds, sliced green olives, and crumbled feta cheese (if using).
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more salt or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.2 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.4 g | 137% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 3887 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.3 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.7 g | ||
| Protein | 41.1 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1288 mg | 99% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 2534 mg | 54% | |
*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.
