This Mediterranean Couscous Salad with Fresh Raw Veggies is bursting with colors, flavors, and nutrients, making it a delightful addition to any meal or gathering.
Mediterranean Couscous Salad with Fresh Raw Veggies
This Mediterranean Couscous Salad with Fresh Raw Veggies is bursting with colors, flavors, and nutrients, making it a delightful addition to any meal or gathering.
Equipment
- Saucepan with lid,
- Mixing bowl
- Blender or food processor (for dressing)
Ingredients
For the Couscous:
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup distilled water
- 10 oz. package of couscous
For the Veggies:
- 1/2 cup carrots cut into matchsticks
- 1/2 cup broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup zucchini chunks
- 1/4 cup red pepper strips
- 1/2 cup green onions chopped
- 1/2 cup cauliflower florets
- 1/4 cup yellow squash sliced
- For the Dressing:
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/8 teaspoon curry powder
- Pinch of garlic powder
- 1/3 cup pine nuts optional
Instructions
- In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth and distilled water to a boil.
- Add the couscous to the boiling liquid, stir, cover the saucepan, and remove it from heat.
- Let the couscous stand covered for 5 minutes to absorb the liquid.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked couscous with the chopped raw veggies: carrots, broccoli, zucchini, red pepper, green onions, cauliflower, and yellow squash.
- Mix well to combine.
- In a blender or food processor, blend together the lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, curry powder, and garlic powder until smooth and emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the couscous and veggie mixture in the bowl.
- Toss well to coat all the ingredients evenly with the dressing.
- Refrigerate the Mediterranean Couscous Salad for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
- Before serving, garnish the salad with pine nuts (if using).
- Serve this refreshing and nutritious salad as a side dish or a light meal option, and enjoy the vibrant flavors and textures!
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
Pair this refreshing couscous salad with a light and crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or a dry rosé.Nutrition values
Calories: 300 kcal | Carbohydrates: 30 g | Protein: 6 g | Fat: 18 g | Sugar: 4 g