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Spring Couscous Salad

Spring Couscous Salad for a Fresh and Flavorful Meal

Enjoy a vibrant and nutritious Spring Couscous Salad packed with fresh flavors and plant-based goodness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup pear couscous or farro or quinoa for gluten-free
  • 1 cup fresh peas frozen peas work well too
For the Greens
  • 2 cups arugula roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint can substitute with basil
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley fresh is best, dried okay
For the Flavor
  • 1 medium red onion chopped
  • 2-3 cloves garlic roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin recommended
  • 1 tablespoon za’atar or substitute with common spices
For the Crunch
  • 1/4 cup pistachios can substitute with favorite nuts or omit

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • small skillet
  • pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Spring Couscous Salad
  1. Blanch the fresh peas in salted boiling water for 1.5 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Cook the pearl couscous in boiling salted water for 8-10 minutes until tender. Fluff with a fork.
  3. Prepare the garlic marinade by sautéing chopped garlic in olive oil, then add za’atar and a pinch of salt.
  4. Combine the couscous, blanched peas, chopped red onion, arugula, mint, parsley, and pistachios in a large bowl.
  5. Dress the salad with the warm garlic marinade and toss the ingredients gently.
  6. Allow the salad to sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy this salad best at room temperature for optimal flavor and freshness.

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