Best 5 Couscous Salad With Black Beans Mushrooms And Corn Recipes

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Couscous salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It is packed with healthy ingredients, such as protein-rich black beans, antioxidant-rich mushrooms, and fiber-rich corn. Couscous is a versatile ingredient commonly used in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and African cuisines. This article will provide you with a delicious and easy-to-follow recipe for a couscous salad that incorporates the goodness of black beans, mushrooms, and corn. This salad is a perfect combination of textures and flavors, sure to impress your family and friends. So gather your ingredients and let's get started on creating a delightful and nutritious couscous salad.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

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

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 AND COUSCOUS SALAD



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I found this one on allrecipes and tweaked it a bit. It's a wonderful salad for a cookout or potluck, and leftovers keep well (it makes quite a large batch). Don't let the long ingredient list scare you off, it's actually very simple to make. For any ingredients with a range of amounts, the least amount is what I like to use, the greatest amount is what the original recipe calls for. This is a vegan-friendly recipe if veggie broth is substituted for chicken broth.

Provided by Muffin Goddess

Categories     Black Beans

Time 35m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup uncooked couscous
1 1/4 cups chicken broth or 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth
2 -3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
5 -8 green onions, chopped (white and green parts)
1 grated carrot
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup corn kernel (fresh is best, but use what you have on hand)
1 (15 -30 ounce) can black beans, drained
salt and pepper, to taste
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope goya salad and veggie seasoning (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring broth to a boil in a 2-quart or larger saucepan and stir in the couscous.
  • Cover and remove from heat.
  • Allow to stand for 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, vinegar, cumin, and Goya seasoning (if using).
  • Add green onions, carrot, red and jalapeno peppers, corn, cilantro, and beans.
  • Toss to coat.
  • Fluff the couscous with a fork.
  • Add to the veggie mixture, and mix well.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Can be served immediately, or may be chilled first.
  • For vegetarians use the vegetable broth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.1, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 128.5, Carbohydrate 37.4, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 1.5, Protein 8.6

COUSCOUS CORN AND BLACK BEAN SALAD



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This is a variation of a recipe I've been making for years. I've added the black beans to make it a nice vegetarian dish.

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Black Beans

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups vegetable broth (or chicken)
1 (10 ounce) box couscous
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
5 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup fresh corn kernel, roasted (or use frozen, or canned)
2 tomatoes, diced
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onion

Steps:

  • In 2 quart saucepan, bring broth to boil.
  • Stir in couscous; cover. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  • Place couscous in a large bowl.
  • Combine olive oil, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Gently fold into couscous.
  • Add remaining ingredients and fold gently. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  • Refrigerate, covered, for at least one hour, or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.1, Fat 12.9, SaturatedFat 1.8, Sodium 106.9, Carbohydrate 57.8, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 1.4, Protein 12

COUSCOUS, CORN, AND BLACK BEAN CHICKEN SALAD



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This is one of my favorite salads, and is a great way to use leftover chicken! The flavor combination of all the veggies and pop of vinegar makes this couscous salad really stand out. Refrigerating is optional. Bon appetit!

Provided by Cooking Fox

Categories     Salad     Grains

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ½ cups water
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 cups pearl (Israeli) couscous
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon white sugar
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (16 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 ½ cups cooked and cubed rotisserie chicken
½ red bell pepper, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring water and 1 tablespoon olive oil to a boil in a medium pot over high heat. Add couscous; quickly lower heat and let simmer until water is absorbed, 7 to 8 minutes.
  • Whisk balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons olive oil, sugar, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl until dressing is evenly combined.
  • Fluff couscous with a fork and place in a large, shallow bowl. Add black beans, corn, chicken, and red bell pepper. Fold salad together and pour in the dressing in 3 batches, mixing well after each addition. Refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.3 calories, Carbohydrate 51.1 g, Cholesterol 19.7 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 429 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

Tips:

- Use quality ingredients for the best flavor. - Don't overcook the couscous or it will become mushy. - Fluff the couscous with a fork after cooking to prevent it from clumping. - If you don't have black beans, you can substitute another type of bean, such as chickpeas or kidney beans. - If you don't have cremini mushrooms, you can use another type of mushroom, such as white button mushrooms or shiitake mushrooms. - Add other vegetables to the salad, such as chopped bell pepper, cucumber, or carrots. - If you want a spicier salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder. - Top the salad with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.

Conclusion:

This couscous salad is a delicious and healthy side dish or main course. It's packed with fiber, protein, and vegetables, and it's easy to make. The salad is also versatile, so you can easily customize it to your liking. Try it the next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal!

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