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Spring Couscous Salad

Delight in Spring Couscous Salad Bursting with Fresh Flavors

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This Spring Couscous Salad is a celebration of fresh flavors, perfect for a healthy meal or picnic.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 cup Pearl Couscous
  • 1 cup Fresh Peas or frozen peas
  • 2 cups Arugula roughly chopped
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 cup Mint optional
  • 1 cup Parsley optional
  • 1 medium Lemony Red Onions soaked in lemon juice
  • 2 cloves Garlic roughly chopped
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil good quality
  • 1 tablespoon Za'atar Seasoning or substitute spices
For Topping
  • 1/2 cup Pistachios optional

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Add fresh peas and blanch for about 1.5 minutes until bright green. Drain and set aside to cool.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine pearl couscous, 1.5 cups of water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  3. Heat olive oil in the same pot over medium heat. Add roughly chopped garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned. Stir in za’atar seasoning and a sprinkle of salt.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine fluffed couscous, blanched peas, soaked red onions with lemon juice, arugula, mint, and parsley. Mix all ingredients together.
  5. Cover the salad with cling film and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use the freshest ingredients for the best flavor. Avoid overcooking couscous and chill before serving for enhanced taste.

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