MOROCCAN COUSCOUS AND LENTIL SALAD
Make and share this Moroccan Couscous and Lentil Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Wendys Kitchen
Categories Grains
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small saucepan simmer lentils in water to cover by 2 inches until tender but not falling apart, 15 to 20 minutes, and drain well.
- Transfer hot lentils to a bowl and stir in 1 tablespoon vinegar and salt and pepper to taste.
- Cool lentils completely, stirring occasionally.
- In a saucepan bring water to a boil and add couscous and salt.
- Remove pan from heat and let couscous stand, covered, 5 minutes.
- Fluff couscous with a fork and transfer to a large bowl. Stir in 1 tablespoon oil and cool completely, stirring occasionally.
- In a small bowl whisk together garlic paste, remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar, remaining 3 tablespoons oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir lentils and dressing into couscous. Chill salad, covered, at least 3 hours and up to 24.
- Just before serving, stir in remaining ingredients and season with salt and pepper.
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Kaji bijay deuja
[email protected]This salad is way too expensive to make. I'll stick to my regular salad recipes.
Zubair Rehman
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out really dry. I think I'll add some more dressing next time.
Apurba Sharma
[email protected]This salad is a bit too bland for my taste. I think I'll add some extra lemon juice and spices next time.
caadil ali Mohamed
[email protected]I accidentally used brown lentils instead of green lentils, but the salad still turned out great.
Ayomide Ezekiel
[email protected]I'm allergic to nuts, so I omitted the pistachios from this recipe. It was still delicious!
lindiwe tause
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
priya murali
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of couscous, but I really enjoyed this salad. The lentils and vegetables add a lot of flavor and texture.
Ogechi Ohaegbula
[email protected]I love the vibrant colors of this salad. It's so inviting!
Ricco
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Nexus Stark
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about the combination of couscous and lentils, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors and textures go together perfectly.
Mj Mithun
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I also added some chopped nuts for extra crunch.
fidelia kavinya
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and colors.
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[email protected]This Moroccan couscous and lentil salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The combination of sweet and savory ingredients, along with the crunch of the vegetables, makes for a satisfying and refreshing dish.