Tangy Couscous with Black Beans and Corn
Brighten up your meals with this vibrant and healthy Tangy Couscous with Black Beans and Corn! This quick and easy recipe combines fluffy couscous with hearty black beans, sweet corn, and crisp red bell peppers for a symphony of textures and flavors. Tossed in a zesty lime-infused dressing spiced with cumin and smoked paprika, each bite bursts with tangy, smoky goodness. Finished with fresh cilantro and scallions, this dish is a perfect balance of freshness and heartiness. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners, meal prepping, or as a colorful side dish for potlucks and barbecues. Enjoy it warm or chilled for a versatile salad that will become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.25 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup black beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
- 1 cup sweet corn (canned or frozen, thawed)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 scallions, chopped
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Once boiling, turn off the heat, stir in the couscous, cover the pan, and let it sit for 5 minutes.
Fluff the couscous with a fork, transfer it to a large mixing bowl, and drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over it. Mix gently to prevent clumping and set aside to cool slightly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the tangy dressing.
To the couscous, add the black beans, sweet corn, diced red bell pepper, and scallions. Pour the tangy dressing over the mixture and toss gently to combine.
Fold in the fresh cilantro for extra flavor and garnish.
Serve immediately at room temperature or chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes before serving for a refreshing cold salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1023 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.9 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3116 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.8 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.9 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.7 g | ||
| Protein | 35.8 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 248 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 2302 mg | 49% | |
*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.
