The Magic of Couscous Salad: Try It and Love It!

I want to say welcome to everyone in your kitchen! Today, we will make a wonderful Moroccan-inspired couscous salad. Filled with colorful vegetables, delicious chickpeas, and special spices, this salad will delight both your eyes and your palate. Moreover, it's ready in just 15 minutes! You can serve it as a main dish or a side dish. Are you ready to embark on this delicious journey?

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The Magic of Couscous Salad: Try It and Love It!
Prep
15 dk
Servings
4 Servings
Difficulty
Medium
The Magic of Couscous Salad: Try It and Love It! Ingredients 15 items
  • 1.5 cups instant couscous
  • 1.25 cups vegetable broth
  • 3 small bell peppers (chopped)
  • 2 medium tomatoes (chopped)
  • 1 small cucumber (chopped)
  • Half a bunch of parsley (chopped)
  • 3 green onions (chopped)
  • 1 can (425 g) chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable broth
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 teaspoons maple syrup
  • 1.5 teaspoons Ras el Hanout spice mix
  • Salt (to taste)
How to Make The Magic of Couscous Salad: Try It and Love It! 4 steps
1

First, place the couscous in a medium-sized bowl. Boil the vegetable broth and pour it over the couscous, stir well and let it soften for 5-10 minutes. Then fluff it with a fork.

2

Time to prepare the vegetables! Wash and dice the peppers, tomatoes, and cucumber. Slice the green onions and finely chop the parsley. Make sure to drain and rinse the chickpeas.

3

To prepare the dressing, add the tomato paste, lemon juice, and vegetable broth to a bowl. Whisk well. Then add the olive oil, maple syrup, and Ras el Hanout spice mix and whisk again. Taste and add salt if necessary.

4

In a large bowl, combine the couscous, chopped vegetables, and dressing. Mix well. Taste and adjust the spices and lemon juice to your liking. That's it, enjoy your meal!

The Magic of Couscous Salad: Try It and Love It! Cooking Tips

When preparing the couscous salad, you can vary the vegetables according to your taste. Adding red or yellow peppers for more color and flavor is great. If you can't find Ras el Hanout spice mix, you can achieve a great taste with some cumin, cinnamon, and turmeric.

Nutrition Facts

/serving
446
kcal
14.0g
Protein
62.0g
Carbs
13.0g
Fat

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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories in The Magic of Couscous Salad: Try It and Love It!?
The Magic of Couscous Salad: Try It and Love It! recipe contains 446 calories per serving. Protein: 14.0g. Carbohydrates: 62.0g. Fat: 13.0g.
How long does it take to make The Magic of Couscous Salad: Try It and Love It!?
The Magic of Couscous Salad: Try It and Love It! takes 15 dk in total to prepare. Prep: 15 dk. Serves 4.
What ingredients do I need for The Magic of Couscous Salad: Try It and Love It!?
The Magic of Couscous Salad: Try It and Love It! recipe requires 15 ingredients. Main ingredients: 1.5 cups instant couscous, 1.25 cups vegetable broth, 3 small bell peppers (chopped), 2 medium tomatoes (chopped), 1 small cucumber (chopped), Half a bunch of parsley (chopped), 3 green onions (chopped), 1 can (425 g) chickpeas (drained and rinsed)...
What diets is The Magic of Couscous Salad: Try It and Love It! suitable for?
The Magic of Couscous Salad: Try It and Love It! recipe is suitable for the following diets: Vegan, Glutensiz.
How to make The Magic of Couscous Salad: Try It and Love It!?
The Magic of Couscous Salad: Try It and Love It! recipe is prepared in 4 steps. Difficulty level: Medium.