MOROCCAN COUSCOUS AND CHICKPEA SALAD

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Make and share this Moroccan Couscous and Chickpea Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tina rose

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 6 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup couscous
1/2 cup dried cherries
1 cup boiling water
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 large orange bell pepper, cut in bite-sized sticks
1 large onion, cut around its equator and cut into thin slices
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
salt
ground black pepper
1 (16 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
3 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed

Steps:

  • place couscous and dried cherries in a med. bowl. add boiling water; immediately cover bowl with plastic wrap and let sit until water is completely absorbed, about 5 minutes.
  • meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. add peppers and onions, sauteing until tender, about 5 minutes, and seasoning with cumin, ginger, cinnamon, salt and pepper as they cook. add to couscous, along with chickpeas and cilantro.
  • whisk remaining 3 tablespoons of oil with vinegar and orange juice concentrate. pour over salad. toss to coat. cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Ujjol All
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Overall, I thought this salad was pretty good. It was easy to make and the flavors were nice. I would definitely make it again, but I might make a few changes to the recipe.


Oarabile Moswana
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my salad turned out really mushy. I think I overcooked the couscous. Next time, I'll be sure to follow the recipe more carefully.


Patience Alexur
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This salad was a bit too dry for my taste. I think it needed more dressing. I added some extra olive oil and vinegar and it was much better.


Hamachi Iki
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I found this salad to be a bit bland. I think it needed more seasoning. I added some extra lemon juice, salt, and pepper and it was much better.


Ryanjones Eusebio
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This salad was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's because I used a hot harissa paste. Next time, I'll use a milder paste or maybe even just some paprika.


Muhammad Tariq G
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I'm always looking for new and interesting salads to make for my family. This one is a keeper! It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make. What more could you ask for?


kirito
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This salad is so versatile. I've made it with different types of couscous, chickpeas, and vegetables. It's always delicious.


RJ Tech
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I love the use of fresh herbs in this salad. It really brightens up the flavor. I also added a bit of chopped cucumber for some extra crunch.


Ri Yan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover couscous. I had some leftover from a dinner party and this was the perfect way to use it up. It's also a great make-ahead salad, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


Sa Free fire
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I'm not usually a fan of couscous, but this salad changed my mind. The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. I especially loved the crispy chickpeas.


Dai Lanham
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This Moroccan couscous and chickpea salad was a hit at my last potluck! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.


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