ISRAELI COUSCOUS SALAD WITH SMOKED PAPRIKA RECIPE - (4.8/5)

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Israeli couscous salad with smoked paprika Recipe - (4.8/5) image

Provided by GuidingVegan

Number Of Ingredients 18

Dressing
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Couscous
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/3 cups (8 ounces) Israeli couscous, sometimes called pearl couscous or maftoul
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups packed baby spinach leaves, coarsely chopped
12 ounces grape tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, or baby heirloom tomatoes of assorted colors, halved (about 2 cups)
1 cup tofu feta
1 cup jarred red bell peppers, drained and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Dressing Whisk the oil, vinegar, paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl until smooth. Couscous Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large saucepan. Cook the couscous, stirring frequently, until golden, 4 to 5 minutes. Add 2 cups water and the salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until the couscous is just tender and the liquid is absorbed, 9 to 10 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly. Mix together the spinach, tomatoes, tofu feta, peppers, parsley, almonds and mint in a large bowl. Add the couscous and the dressing. Toss until all the ingredients are coated. Transfer to a large serving bowl and serve.

Abinash Bist
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Sheikh Bro
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This salad is a great way to add some color and flavor to your plate.


Bob M
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a favorite.


Aligujjar
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Shamrat Ziko
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Foyaz ullah
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Mahi Fasil
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit! It's a great side dish for any meal.


Bikarm Rothor
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This salad is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Shahbaz Niaz
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it.


Elman Memmedzade
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This salad is a great way to add some color and flavor to your plate. It's also a good source of fiber and vitamins.


Peter Forest
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a favorite. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables, and it's also a healthy and delicious side dish.


Syco Syco
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it! It's also a healthy and filling snack.


Liton Ahmed
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. It's a great salad for any occasion.


Gorno Giovanni
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Valentine Kenechukwu
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a winner. It's a great side dish for any meal, and it's also perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Tomas Akwenye
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a good source of protein, thanks to the chickpeas. I like to add a bit of feta cheese to my salad for extra flavor.


Ultimate Umair
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The salad is also very easy to make, which is always a plus.


Jack Harding
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This Israeli couscous salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some leftover roasted carrots and broccoli, and they worked perfectly in this salad. The salad is also very flavorful, thanks to the smoked paprika and cumin. I will defi