BLACK BEAN COUS-COUS SALAD

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QETH .... a quick, easy, tasty and healthy middle eastern dish. NOTE: I agree with reviewers that this salad needs to be kicked-up-a notch, so I've made some revisions as of 7/1/09.

Provided by Galley Wench

Categories     African

Time 2h50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup uncooked couscous
1 1/4 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons cumin
1 red pepper, seeded and chopped
1/3 cup cilantro
2 tablespoons garlic, crushed
8 green onions, chopped
1 (16 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 -2 tomatoes, diced (optional)
1 jalapeno, seed and diced (optional)
1 cup feta cheese (optional)
1 cup frozen whole kernel corn
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth to boil in a 2 quart or larger sauce pan and stir in the couscous. Cover the pot and remove from the heat. Let stand 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, vinegar and cumin.
  • Add green onions, red pepper, cilantro, corn, optional tomatoes and beans; toss to coat.
  • Fluff the couscous well, breaking up any chunks.
  • Add to the bowl with the vegetables and mix well.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste and sprinkle feta cheese on top.
  • Serve at once or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.3, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 125.5, Carbohydrate 38.8, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 1.2, Protein 9.1

Peggy L Roberts
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This is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for a summer picnic.


madina motors
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture.


Cjay7 Dutton
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this salad. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Caitlin September
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This is a really tasty and refreshing salad. I love the combination of black beans, cous cous, and vegetables.


Ahsan Uddin
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover black beans. I also added some chopped red onion and cilantro, which gave it a nice extra flavor.


Lacey Masters
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I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's delicious and packed with nutrients.


BARKAAT AHMAD
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor.


Benard Mose
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great. It's a nice change from the usual green salads.


Kim Oumy
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and satisfying meal. I highly recommend it!


Pakiza Sheikh
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I'm not a big fan of black beans, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is what really makes it.


Henok Elias
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This is one of my favorite recipes to make for lunch. It's light and refreshing, and it keeps well in the fridge.


md. emon khan
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This salad is so versatile. I've made it with different types of beans and vegetables, and it's always delicious.


Haad Shah
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I love the addition of the avocado and lime dressing to this salad. It really brightens up the flavors.


admasu meshka (dave)
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I used canned black beans and cous cous, which made it even faster to prepare.


Virendar Singh
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I made this salad for a party last weekend and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture. I will definitely be making it again.


robert schreck
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This black bean cous cous salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. The combination of black beans, cous cous, and vegetables is delicious and healthy.