COUSCOUS AND CRAB SALAD WITH CUCUMBER JUICE AND MINT

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Couscous And Crab Salad With Cucumber Juice And Mint image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 10m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup cucumber juice (see recipe)
1/2 cup uncooked instant couscous
2 cups lump crab meat, picked over for shells
15 small cherry tomatoes, quartered
1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind
1 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place 3/4 cup of the cucumber juice in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Add the couscous, cover and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Uncover and stir with a fork. Place in a bowl and set aside to cool.
  • Add the crab meat, cherry tomatoes, onion, mint and lemon and lime rinds and toss to coat. Toss in the remaining cucumber juice. Season with the salt and pepper. Divide among 4 plates and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 158, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 413 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Stephen Sorlie
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover crab. The cucumber juice and mint add a really unique and refreshing flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Asif Sheikh
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but this salad is an exception. The crab is cooked perfectly and the cucumber juice and mint add a really refreshing flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Bos Dis Kit
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. The cucumber juice and mint add a really refreshing flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Ff Hit1
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I'm always looking for new and interesting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The cucumber juice and mint add a really unique and refreshing flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Babrak Khan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover crab. The cucumber juice and mint add a really unique and refreshing flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Angela Berry
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I love the combination of crab and couscous in this salad. The cucumber juice and mint add a really refreshing flavor. This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch or dinner.


Neon_Modz
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This salad is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. The cucumber juice and mint give it a light and refreshing flavor. I served it as a side dish with grilled chicken and it was a perfect complement.


Ifeanyi Michael
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I'm not usually a fan of crab salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The cucumber juice and mint add a really unique and refreshing flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Raheem zareen
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This salad is amazing! The cucumber juice and mint add a really refreshing flavor. I love the combination of crab and couscous. This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch or dinner.


Amina Mumuni
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the cucumber juice and mint. I will definitely be making this again.


Bilal Shameer
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This is a great recipe! The couscous and crab salad is delicious, and the cucumber juice and mint add a refreshing flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


K'lia Howard
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I love this salad! It's so light and refreshing, and the cucumber juice and mint add a really unique flavor. I've made it a few times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Ariel Thomas
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This salad was easy to make and absolutely delicious. The cucumber juice and mint gave it a light and refreshing flavor. I served it as a side dish with grilled fish and it was a perfect complement.


khan khan
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I was a bit skeptical about the cucumber juice at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. It really does add a unique and refreshing flavor to the salad. The crab and couscous are also cooked perfectly. Overall, this is a great recipe that I'll definitely


Ps Nos
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This recipe is a game-changer! I've never thought of using cucumber juice in a salad before, but it adds such a refreshing and subtle flavor. The crab and couscous are also cooked perfectly. Overall, this is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that I'


Zagham mustafah
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I've made this salad a few times now and it's always a hit. The flavors are so well-balanced and the cucumber juice and mint really make it special. I love serving it as a light lunch or dinner, or even as a side dish at a party.


Barbara Pentz
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This couscous and crab salad was a delightful surprise! The cucumber juice and mint added a refreshing and unique flavor that perfectly complemented the crab and couscous. I highly recommend trying this recipe!