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Honeynut Harvest Couscous Salad

Honeynut Harvest Couscous Salad: A Cozy Fall Favorite

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Honeynut Harvest Couscous Salad is a vibrant vegan delight filled with roasted squash and chickpeas, perfect for a cozy fall meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 medium Honeynut Squash or butternut squash as a substitute
  • 2 medium Shallots or red onion for a sharper taste
  • 1 can Chickpeas canned, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Couscous or quinoa for a gluten-free option
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic sliced, or garlic powder if unavailable
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup or agave syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
For the Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Pepitas or sunflower seeds
  • 1/4 cup Minced Parsley or cilantro
  • 1 medium Lemon for juice, or lime as a substitute

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • medium pot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cube the honeynut squash and slice the shallots thinly. Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
Roasting
  1. Spread the cubed honeynut squash, shallots, and chickpeas on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with kosher salt.
  2. Roast for about 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Cooking Couscous
  1. Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add couscous and a pinch of salt, cooking until soft yet firm, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Drain and rinse the couscous under cold water.
Making Dressing
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and cook until golden.
  2. Stir in coriander, cayenne pepper, and cinnamon, then add maple syrup. Remove from heat.
Combining Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, combine roasted vegetables, crispy chickpeas, and cooked couscous. Toss in pepitas and minced parsley.
  2. Pour in the spiced maple dressing and toss gently.
Final Touch
  1. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or lemon juice. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze components separately for up to 3 months.

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