Best 6 Cold Couscous And Roasted Corn Salad Recipes

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Discover a symphony of flavors and textures in this tantalizing cold couscous and roasted corn salad. This dish bursts with the vibrant colors of summer, offering a delightful blend of nutty couscous, sweet corn, crisp vegetables, tangy dressing, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a refreshing side dish, this salad invites you on a culinary journey that's both simple to prepare and packed with delectable goodness.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED VEG & COUSCOUS SALAD



Roasted veg & couscous salad image

Throw together a filling and fragrant couscous salad for a vegetarian lunchbox meal, or double it for a buffet

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Lunch, Main course, Side dish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 red and 1 yellow pepper , halved and deseeded
½ butternut squash
2 courgettes , thickly sliced
4 garlic cloves , leave skin on
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 red onion , thickly sliced
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tbsp harissa paste
50g whole blanched almonds
250g couscous
300ml hot vegetable stock
zest and juice 1 lemon
20g pack mint , roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Cut peppers and squash into bite-size pieces (leave skin on the squash). Tip all the veg into a baking tray, add garlic, 2 tbsp oil and seasoning, then mix and roast for 20 mins. Add onion, cumin, harissa and almonds. Roast for another 20 mins, then cool.
  • Put couscous into a large bowl, pour over the stock, cover, then set aside for 10 mins. Fluff up with a fork.
  • In a bowl, mix zest, juice and remaining oil. Squeeze garlic pulp from skins into the bowl, mash well and fold in the mint. Pour over the veg, then toss with the couscous.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 58 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 14 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, Sodium 0.86 milligram of sodium

CORN AND COUSCOUS SALAD



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This recipe is from the " Martha Stewart's Dinner at Home" cookbook.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon curry powder
2 teaspoons grainy mustard
1 tablespoon white-wine or sherry vinegar
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup couscous
1 Vidalia or other sweet onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 red chile, minced (optional)
3 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4 cobs)
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together curry powder, mustard, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. While whisking, slowly drizzle in 3 tablespoons oil; whisk until emulsified. Set aside.
  • Place couscous in a large bowl. Bring 1 cup water to a boil; pour over couscous; stir to combine. Cover with a plate; let steam until water is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork; set aside.
  • Heat remaining tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, and cook, stirring, until softened, about 4 minutes. Stir in garlic and chile; cook, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes. Add corn, and cook until bright yellow and just tender, about 2 minutes. Stir corn mixture into couscous. Add curry vinaigrette and cilantro; toss to combine. Serve warm or at room temperature.

ISRAELI COUSCOUS AND CORN SALAD



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Make and share this Israeli Couscous and Corn Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 1/2 cups israeli couscous
3 cups boiling water
salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups corn kernels
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon caraway seed
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
2 jalapenos, seeded and minced
2 scallions, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons finely chopped mint
1/3 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Put the couscous in a bowl and add the boiling water.
  • Stir in 2 teaspoons of salt, cover tightly with plastic wrap and let stand, stirring once, until the grains are plump and tender.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a medium skillet. Add the corn, onion, coriander and caraway and cook over moderately low heat, stirring, until the onion is softened, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and let cool.
  • Add the couscous to the bowl, along with the bell pepper, jalapeños, scallions and mint. In a bowl, whisk together the lime juice, canola oil, vinegar, honey and lime zest. Add to the couscous and toss. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.4, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 11.3, Carbohydrate 48.3, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 3.8, Protein 7.2

MEXICAN-STYLE COUSCOUS WITH ROASTED CORN



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A dish inspired by the fresh food of the summer. Can be served as a side dish warm or cold. Goes great with chicken or any Mexican-style dish. We use it as a burrito filling also.

Provided by Tim

Categories     Couscous

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 ears fresh corn
2 cups couscous
4 stalks green onion, chopped
½ medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups chicken stock
½ cup crumbled cotija cheese
½ medium lime, juiced
1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh basil or basil chiffonade
1 pinch chili-lime seasoning, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Trim and partially shuck corn by cutting off any long silk from the top and removing and discarding the outer layer of husk.
  • Place corn directly on the middle rack of the preheated oven and roast for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes. Remove and discard husks and silk. Slice kernels off with a knife.
  • While the corn is roasting, place couscous in a heat-proof bowl with green onion, bell pepper, jalapeno, and olive oil.
  • Bring chicken stock to a boil in a small saucepan. Pour boiling stock over couscous mixture and cover tightly with foil. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Uncover and stir in roasted corn kernels, cotija cheese, lime juice, and basil. Season with chili-lime seasoning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.8 calories, Carbohydrate 53.3 g, Cholesterol 11.8 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 365.4 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

COLD COUSCOUS AND ROASTED CORN SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Hominy/Cornmeal/Masa

Yield 6-8 people

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups instant quick cooking couscous
2 cups really hot water or stock
1 cup roasted corn medley (frozen or canned combination of roasted corn, roasted red peppers, roasted poblano peppers and onions, mild corn salsa works well too)
1/3 cup toasted almond silvers
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
4 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup black beans, canned (drained and rinsed)
Dressing:
1/4 cup red wine or apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1/2-3/4 cup olive oil, depdening on how tart you like your dressings
2 tablespoons chopped basil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the couscous in a container and pour the hot water/stock on top, cover and let sit for 15 monutes. Fluff the couscous and stir in the remaining ingredients(corn medley, almonds, parsley, green onions and black beans). In a 1 cup jar, place all the ingredients for the dressing and shake until combined. Pour over the couscous and toss to combine. Chill and serve.

COUSCOUS WITH CORN



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Simple, hot dish that dresses up plain couscous. You could add chopped red or green bell pepper to the shallot saute too.

Provided by WI Cheesehead

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 10m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 teaspoons butter or 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 shallot, minced
1 cup chicken broth or 1 cup vegetable broth
3/4 cup couscous
1/3 cup fresh corn or 1/3 cup thawed frozen corn
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pinch cayenne (optional)
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Melt butter in saucepan.
  • Add shallot and saute 1 to 2 minutes, or until tender.
  • Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  • Add couscous, corn, pepper, cayenne and salt.
  • Cover; remove from heat and set aside 5 minutes.
  • Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.6, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 555.4, Carbohydrate 57.4, Fiber 4, Sugar 1.2, Protein 11.9

Tips:

  • Choose the right couscous: Look for medium-grain couscous, as it holds its shape well and doesn't become mushy when cooked. You can also use Israeli couscous, which has a larger grain size and a more chewy texture.
  • Toast the couscous: Toasting the couscous before cooking it adds a nutty flavor and helps to prevent it from clumping. To toast the couscous, heat a little oil in a pan over medium heat and add the couscous. Stir constantly until the couscous is golden brown.
  • Use a flavorful broth: The broth you use to cook the couscous will infuse it with flavor. Use a vegetable broth for a vegetarian option, or use a chicken or beef broth for a more savory flavor.
  • Add vegetables and herbs: Vegetables and herbs add flavor, color, and texture to the salad. Some good options include roasted corn, tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, and cilantro.
  • Dress the salad with a flavorful dressing: A simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, lemon juice, and honey is a great option. You can also add other ingredients to the dressing, such as Dijon mustard, minced garlic, or fresh herbs.

Conclusion:

Cold couscous and roasted corn salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of sweet corn, tangy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and fresh herbs, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.

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