Couscous salad with oranges is a vibrant and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is made with cooked couscous, oranges, vegetables, herbs, and a flavorful dressing. This delicious salad is light and healthy, making it a great option for a lunch or dinner. It can also be served as a side dish. The combination of sweet oranges, tender couscous, and fresh vegetables creates a delightful dish that is sure to please everyone.
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CRAN-ORANGE COUSCOUS SALAD
I often create salads for summer using a variety of healthy, filling grains. This version with tender couscous is amped up by the bright flavors of oranges, cranberries, basil and a touch of fennel. -Kristen Heigl, Staten Island, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Prepare couscous according to package directions. Fluff with a fork; cool. In a bowl, combine couscous and the next 9 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk together vinaigrette ingredients until blended. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Garnish with additional chopped basil and reserved fennel fronds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 335mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
COUSCOUS WITH ORANGE AND ALMONDS
Steps:
- Put the couscous in a large bowl, add the 2 cups boiling water, 1 teaspoon salt and orange zest, then cover and let steam for 5 minutes. Remove the cover and fluff with a fork.
- Whisk together the orange juice, vinegar and olive oil in a small bowl. Add half of the dressing to the couscous along with the onion, orange, mint and parsley and gently combine with a fork.
- Put the radicchio in a bowl, add the remaining dressing and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer the couscous to a large platter, top with the radicchio and garnish with slivered almonds.
ORANGE COUSCOUS
Here's a fabulous, healthy side dish that features a delightful blend of fresh herbs and sunny citrus flavors. Says Kathleen Martin of Medford, New York, "Anytime I take this to a picnic...the bowl is always the first one emptied!" TIP: When herbs are fresh and plentiful in her garden, Kathleen Martin chops and freezes them with the oil, lime juice and soy sauce, then stores in Zip-loc bags. That way she can enjoy this tasty dish with fresh herb flavor all year long.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring orange juice, water and cumin to a boil. Stir in couscous; remove from the heat. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed; fluff with a fork., Transfer to a large bowl; cool., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lime juice and soy sauce. Stir in the cilantro, basil, chives, ginger and salt. Pour over couscous and toss to coat. Add oranges and almonds; toss gently. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 231mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ORANGE COUSCOUS SALAD
Olives, oregano and oranges combine to make a light, fresh dressing for delicate couscous. From Prevention® Healthy Cooking.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In large bowl, combine couscous, orange juice concentrate, oregano, orange peel, salt and pepper. Stir in water. Cover and let stand 5 minutes or until liquid has been absorbed.
- Fluff with fork. Add oranges, green onions, parsley, olives and oil. Toss to coat well. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 380 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g
ORANGE & FETA GIANT COUSCOUS SALAD
Pile this Middle Eastern-influenced salad onto platters to serve as part of a party spread
Provided by Cassie Best
Categories Buffet
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil. Add the couscous and cook following pack instructions. Meanwhile, cut the peel off the oranges with a small fruit knife, then cut into segments - catching any juice in a large bowl. Set the orange segments to one side.
- When the couscous is cooked, drain, then add to the bowl with the orange juice. Add the orange zest and lemon zest and juice, olive oil, harissa, spices, and some seasoning. Leave to cool, stirring every now and then to prevent it from sticking together. Can now be chilled for up to 24 hrs.
- Once cooled, add the remaining ingredients, including the orange segments, to the couscous. Gently toss everything together, being careful not to break up the orange too much. Serve at room temperature. Any leftovers can be kept in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 15 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 34 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 14 grams protein, Sodium 2 milligram of sodium
ORANGE AND COUSCOUS SALAD
Fresh-tasting, delicious vegetarian salad! Recipe adapted from Complete Vegetarian Cookbook. I usually use a bit less couscous than called for and throw in a whole can of chickpeas.
Provided by stormylee
Categories Oranges
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Chop spring onions, bell pepper, and cucumber. Rinse and drain canned chickpeas.
- Prepare couscous according to the instructions on the package (I put the couscous in a bowl, cover with boiling water, and leave to soak for about 15 minutes, then stir with a fork).
- Add spring onions, bell pepper, cucumber, chickpeas and sultanas, stirring to combine. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Mix dressing ingredients together, pour over couscous mixture and stir to combine.
- Using a sharp knife, remove the peel and pith from the oranges. Cut them into segments, removing all the membrane. You can catch any juice in a bowl and stir it through the salad.
- Arrange the lettuce leaves on plates, divide the couscous mixture between the plates and arrange the orange segments on top. Garnish with mint and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.7, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 5, Sodium 192, Carbohydrate 123.6, Fiber 15.7, Sugar 40.3, Protein 22.3
SUNNY'S SIMPLE SUMMERTIME COUSCOUS SALAD
Provided by Sunny Anderson
Categories side-dish
Time 2h25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Make the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the honey, orange juice, a pinch of salt, mustard, olive oil and a few grinds of black pepper. Whisk until combined, then slowly add the oil while whisking until it is all combined. Taste and season with more salt, if needed. Set aside.
- Make the salad: To the bowl of dressing, add the cooked couscous, cucumbers and sweet peppers. Toss to coat and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, tossing a few times as it chills.
- Finish and serve. Remove the salad from the refrigerator and toss again. Garnish with the orange sections, basil and mint.
ORANGE COUSCOUS SALAD
I love this salad and often take it to potlucks. Sometimes I add a chopped cucumber; sometimes I use black beans instead of chickpeas; and I almost always add a peeled and chopped fresh orange as well. Cooking time is chilling time.
Provided by JeriBinNC
Categories Beans
Time 20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring water to boil in a 1-qt saucepan over high heat.
- Add couscous, turmeric, and pepper.
- Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork and transfer to a large bowl.
- Stir in the chickpeas, oranges, onions, and raisins.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, oil, and orange peel.
- Pour over the salad and toss to mix well.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.7, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 173.9, Carbohydrate 25, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 8.7, Protein 3.4
FRUITY COUSCOUS SALAD
To boost flavor and nutrition, prepare the whole-grain couscous with orange juice instead of water.
Provided by Ben S.
Categories Salad Pasta Salad Fruit Pasta Salad Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prepare couscous according to package directions. Combine all ingredients; toss. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.2 calories, Carbohydrate 38 g, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 6 mg, Sugar 12.7 g
COUSCOUS AND CHICKEN SALAD WITH ORANGE-BALSAMIC DRESSING
Categories Salad Bean Chicken Citrus Olive Pepper Poultry Quick & Easy Dinner Lunch Legume Chickpea Bell Pepper Couscous Bon Appétit Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher Diabetes-Friendly
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring 4 1/2 cups water to boil in large saucepan. Add couscous and currants. Cover, remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork. Transfer to large bowl and cool.
- Mix all remaining salad ingredients into cooled couscous.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.) Line large bowl with romaine. Add salad.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh oranges. If you only have access to store-bought oranges, choose organic ones and avoid those that have been treated with chemicals.
- To make the salad more colorful, use a variety of oranges, such as navel oranges, blood oranges, and Cara Cara oranges.
- If you don't have any fresh mint, you can substitute dried mint or another fresh herb, such as cilantro or parsley.
- To make the salad ahead of time, cook the couscous and prepare the dressing up to 2 days in advance. Store them separately in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, combine the couscous, dressing, and oranges. The salad is best when served fresh, but it will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
This couscous salad with oranges is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its bright colors and delicious flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.
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