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12Ingredients
40Minutes
640Calories
Description
For a light and healthy meal you need look no further than this recipe for Couscous Salad. Roasted peanuts and lightly sauteed cherry tomatoes and zucchini add a burst of rich and bright flavor to this fluffy Couscous Salad. Flavored with a light tang of lemon, this couscous salad carries its delicate flavors well. Ready in less than an hour, this Couscous Salad makes a great lunch or dinner entree or can be a great side to accompany grilled meat.
IngredientsUS|METRIC
US|METRIC
- 100 grams couscous
- 250 milliliters vegetable broth
- 1/2 lemon
- salt
- ground black pepper
- olive oil
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes (whole)
- 1/4 zucchini (chopped)
- 100 grams peanuts
- vinegar
- sugar
- basil leaves (chopped)
Directions
- In a bowl, add the couscous and pour in the hot broth. Add the lemon juice and zest, salt, pepper, and a few drops of olive oil.
- Cover and let it rest for 15 minutes.
- In a saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and cook the cherry tomatoes and zucchini until the tomato skins open. Add vinegar and a pinch of sugar.
- Let the tomatoes and zucchini cool.
- In another saucepan, without oil, roast the peanuts.
- Mix the tomatoes and zucchini with the couscous. Add the peanuts and basil leaves on top.
- Serve.
NutritionView more
640Calories
Sodium38% DV910mg
Fat54% DV35g
Protein41% DV21g
Carbs22% DV65g
Fiber40% DV10g
| Calories640Calories from Fat320 |
| % DAILY VALUE |
| Total Fat35g54% |
| Saturated Fat5g25% |
| Trans Fat |
| Cholesterol |
| Sodium910mg38% |
| Potassium780mg22% |
| Protein21g41% |
| Calories from Fat320 |
| % DAILY VALUE |
| Total Carbohydrate65g22% |
| Dietary Fiber10g40% |
| Sugars17g34% |
| Vitamin A |
| Vitamin C |
| Calcium |
| Iron |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Reviews(1)
★★★★★
Judy E. 18 Jun 2015
★★★★★
You can drizzle this salad with your own dressing made with olive oil, crushed raspberries, and balsamic vinaigrette. If you don't like raspberries, crushed strawberries or blueberries work well too. The fruity taste of the dressing compliments this so well. This is my favorite salad to make when it is just me at home, and I don't have to share with anyone.
