Best 6 Black Bean Cous Cous Salad Recipes

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Are you looking for a flavorful and nutritious salad option that is easy to prepare? Look no further than the black bean cous cous salad! This vibrant and refreshing salad features a combination of healthy ingredients that come together to create a delectable dish. The black beans offer a hearty dose of protein and fiber, while the cous cous adds a satisfying and chewy texture. A variety of colorful vegetables, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions, provide a burst of freshness and flavor. This salad is not only delicious but also incredibly versatile. It can be served as a main course, a side dish, or even a packed lunch.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BLACK BEAN AND COUSCOUS SALAD



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This is a great salad for a buffet, with interesting textures and southwest flavors combined in one delicious salad. Leftovers store well refrigerated for several days.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup uncooked couscous
1 ¼ cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
½ teaspoon ground cumin
8 green onions, chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth to a boil in a 2 quart or larger sauce pan and stir in the couscous. Cover the pot and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, vinegar and cumin. Add green onions, red pepper, cilantro, corn and beans and 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 serve at once or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 9.7 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 414.7 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

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

BLACK BEAN AND COUSCOUS SALAD



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This is great for a buffet! A marriage of couscous and fresh veggies held together by a Southwestern flavored dressing!

Provided by yooper

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup uncooked couscous
1 1/4 cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
8 green onions, chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth to a boil in a 2-quart or larger sauce pan and stir in the couscous.
  • Cover the pot and remove from heat.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, vinegar and cumin.
  • Add green onions, red pepper, cilantro, corn and beans, and 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 serve at once or refrigerate until ready to serve.

CORN AND BLACK BEAN SALAD



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This colorful, crunchy black bean and corn salad is chock-full of easy-to-swallow nutrition that all ages will love. Try it with a variety of summer entrees, or as a wholesome salsa! -Krista Frank, Rhododendron, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 large tomatoes, finely chopped
1 large red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
2 garlic cloves, minced
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons canola oil
1-1/2 teaspoons lime juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients; pour over corn mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. Stir before serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 326mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ISRAELI COUSCOUS, BEAN AND TOMATO SALAD



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Finely chopped tomatoes seasoned with garlic, balsamic vinegar and basil serve as both dressing and vegetable in this main dish salad. I've been making tomato concassée all summer and using it as a sauce for pasta and fish. I decided to use it as a stand-in for salad dressing in this hearty salad, a simple combination of cooked Israeli couscous and beans. I used canned pinto beans, and they were just fine. Chickpeas would also work. Use lots of basil in the mix. The red onion contributes some crunch. You can add a little celery if you want more texture. Make sure to use sweet, ripe, juicy tomatoes. I love the finishing touch of the feta, but it is optional.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     salads and dressings, main course

Time 20m

Yield Serves 4 generously

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 pound ripe, sweet tomatoes, finely chopped (about 1 1/3 cups chopped)
1 plump garlic clove, puréepureed with a little salt or put through a press
Salt to taste
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar (more to taste)
3 tablespoons extra- virgin olive oil
2 cups cooked pinto beans (or other beans of your choice) (if using canned beans, drain and rinse)
2 cups cooked Israeli couscous
1/2 to 2/3 cup chopped red onion
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
3 tablespoons chopped chives
Freshly ground pepper
Romaine lettuce leaves for serving
Feta cheese for topping (about 1/2 cup, optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine finely chopped tomatoes, garlic, salt, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil. Add beans and Israeli couscous and toss together. Let sit for 10 to 15 minutes (or longer).
  • Meanwhile, place chopped onion in a small bowl and cover with cold water. Soak 5 minutes, drain and rinse. Drain on paper towels and add to couscous and bean mixture. Add basil, chives, and pepper, and toss together.
  • Line plates or a platter with lettuce leaves. Top with salad. Sprinkle feta over the top and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 753, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 129 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 21 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 1135 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

COUSCOUS SALAD WITH BLACK BEANS, MUSHROOMS, AND CORN



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A simple and healthy vegetarian salad of Israeli couscous makes a great weeknight meal. You won't miss the meat in this filling vegetarian dish. Black beans add protein, and avocado is rich in heart-healthy fat.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup Israeli couscous
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 pound cremini or button mushrooms, sliced 1/2-inch thick
1 small bunch scallions, white and green parts separated and thinly sliced
1 1/4 cups fresh corn kernels (from 2 ears corn)
1 can (15.5 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 jalapeno (optional), thinly sliced
1 avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, and sliced

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Add couscous and cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown and fragrant, about 4 minutes. Add 1 1/2 cups water, season with salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until liquid is absorbed and couscous is tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high. Cook mushrooms, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Season mushrooms with salt and pepper; transfer to a large bowl. Add 1 teaspoon oil to skillet. Cook scallion whites and corn, stirring occasionally, until scallions are soft and corn is browned, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and add to mushrooms.
  • Add couscous, black beans, lime juice, jalapeno (if using), and scallion greens to mushroom mixture and toss to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide among four bowls and top with avocado.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 14 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, flavorful ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the taste of your salad. Whenever possible, use fresh, ripe vegetables, herbs, and beans.
  • Don't overcook the couscous: Couscous cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked couscous will be mushy and lose its texture.
  • Season the salad well: A well-seasoned salad is a delicious salad. Use a combination of salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
  • Add a variety of textures: A salad with a variety of textures is more interesting to eat. Try adding crunchy vegetables, such as bell peppers or carrots, and creamy ingredients, such as avocado or feta cheese.
  • Let the salad marinate: Letting the salad marinate for a while before serving allows the flavors to meld together. This is especially important if you are using a dressing with strong flavors.

Conclusion:

Black bean and couscous salad is a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish. It is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it can also be served as a side dish. With so many variations to choose from, there is sure to be a black bean and couscous salad recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give one of these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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