Halal Couscous Salad
A Moroccan salad with fluffy couscous and fresh vegetables.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200kcal
Ingredients
For the Couscous:
- 1 cup couscous (halal-certified)
- 1 cup boiling water or vegetable stock
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Pinch of salt
For the Salad:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 small red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup raisins or dried apricots, chopped
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds or pine nuts, toasted
- A handful of fresh parsley and mint, finely chopped
For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Couscous
- In a large bowl, combine couscous, olive oil, and a pinch of salt.
- Pour boiling water or vegetable stock over the couscous, cover with a plate, and let it sit for 5-7 minutes.
- Fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains and allow it to cool slightly.
Assemble the Salad
- Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, raisins (or apricots), toasted nuts, parsley, and mint to the couscous. Toss gently to combine.
Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve cold or at room temperature.