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Moroccan Couscous Salad

This healthy Moroccan couscous salad features colorful veggies and flavorful toasted couscous with a deliciously spiced vinaigrette dressing. It’s a great side dish, vegan main dish or bbq or potluck contribution.
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Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Moroccan Inspired
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 383kcal

Ingredients

For the salad

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1 cup (180 grams) couscous
  • 1 cup (250 ml) vegetable stock
  • 1 cup (140 grams) finely diced red pepper
  • 1 cup (125 grams) finely diced cucumber (I remove the seeds first)
  • 1 cup (140 grams) chopped dates
  • 1 medium carrot peeled and grated
  • 1 can (15 oz/400 grams) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • ¼ packed cup (10 grams) chopped cilantro chopped cilantro

For the vinaigrette

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • For the salad, heat the oil in a large pan over medium low heat. Fry the garlic until soft and tender.
  • Pour in the couscous and spread it evenly in the pan. Toast the couscous, stirring frequently as it begins to turn golden, until most of the grains are golden brown - about 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat, pour in the stock and quickly cover the pan with a lid. Allow to rehydrate for 5 minutes.
  • Remove the lid and run a fork through the couscous to fluff it up. If serving the salad cold, transfer the couscous to a large bowl to cool.
  • While the couscous cooks, prepare the remaining ingredients. I dice them quite small so that you can get all the veggies in each bite.
  • Make the vinaigrette by placing all the ingredients in a mason jar and shaking it up. Alternatively, place them in a small bowl and use a whisk to combine.
  • Combine the couscous, veggies, and chickpeas in a large bowl. Drizzle over the dressing and toss to combine.
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Nutrition

Calories: 383kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 212mg | Potassium: 548mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 2583IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 3mg
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