Moroccan Couscous Salad (No raisins or almonds)

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Moroccan Couscous Salad (No raisins or almonds)

This Moroccan Couscous Salad recipe is loaded with vegetables, fresh herbs and makes the ideal picnic salad. This flavor-packed Moroccan salad is easy to throw together and takes just 30 minutes!

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American, Mediterranean

Servings: servings

Calories: 203.91kcal

Author: Sarah Hill

Equipment

Small Sauce Pan
Knife
Cutting board

Ingredients

1 cup pearl or Israeli couscous
Water
½ red onion diced
1 red bell pepper diced
1 cup English cucumber diced
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas drained and rinsed
¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped

Dressing

½ lemon juiced
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Cook couscous according to package directions, fluff and let cool for about 10 minutes.
In a bowl, add the red onion, bell pepper, cucumber and chickpeas. Add the couscous to the bowl along with the herbs.
Whisk the dressing ingredients together in a small bowl or measuring cup.
Pour the dressing in the bowl over the salad and mix to combine. Season with more salt, if needed and serve.

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Notes

Make ahead of time. Moroccan couscous salad is usually served cold or at room temperature, making it a great make-ahead or meal-prep dish.
Prevent couscous from clumping. Fluff the couscous with a fork after cooking and before adding it to the salad with the rest of the ingredients. Adding a bit of olive oil can also help keep the grains separate.
Use fresh herbs generously. Fresh parsley and cilantro not only add flavor but also bring a vibrant color and freshness to the salad.
Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the dressing. It makes a significant difference in the flavor and overall quality of the salad.
A well-balanced dressing can make or break a salad. Aim for a balanced dressing with the right mix of acidity, sweetness, and seasoning.
Moroccan Couscous Salad can last 3-4 days stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. If I'm making a large batch I like to store the dressing separately and add it before serving.

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