Couscous Salad

Name: Couscous Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 cup dry couscous; 4 tablespoons lemon juice, plus more to taste (about 2 small lemons); ½ teaspoon lemon zest; 2 teaspoons curry powder; ½ teaspoon turmeric; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, pressed or finely minced; Salt to taste; 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed; ¾ cup frozen green peas, thawed; 1 medium red bell pepper, small dice; ½ cup shredded carrots (about 1 medium carrot); ¼ cup diced red onion; 1/3 cup chopped cilantro; 1/3 cup chopped flat leaf parsley; ¾ cup raw cashews; 2 teaspoons maple syrup; 2 teaspoons chia seeds (optional); Dash of cayenne

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:5min

15-Minute Couscous Salad is rich in plant-based protein and iron, with a versatile curry dressing. Meal-prep this budget-friendly recipe. It's easy, healthy, and veggie-loaded, and perfect for your weeknight dinner rotation.

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 12:05:10 GMT