PINEAPPLE COUSCOUS SALAD

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Pineapple and green chilies flavor this salad from Margaret Pache. "I used to make this with rice, then decided to try couscous for something different," explains the Mesa, Arizona cook.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup chicken broth
1 cup uncooked couscous
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
3 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh mint
1 garlic clove, minced
4-1/2 cups baby spinach

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in couscous. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. In a large bowl, combine the couscous, pineapple, chilies, pecans, onions, oil, mint and garlic; toss to coat. Refrigerate until chilled. Serve over spinach.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 217mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Hamna Baig
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This salad looks way too sweet for my taste.


Fiseha Endalkchew
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I'm allergic to pineapple, so I'll have to find a substitute.


Brenda Ama
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I'm not sure about the combination of pineapple and couscous, but I'm willing to try it.


Alan Walker
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This salad sounds like the perfect dish for a hot summer day.


Md Baca
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. I'll be making it this weekend.


Moaaz Mt
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This salad looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Md Junabali
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I made this salad for my family last night and they loved it. Even my kids, who are picky eaters, ate it up.


Tota Ghoneam
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This salad is perfect for a summer cookout or potluck.


Reaj Mj
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I'm not usually a fan of couscous, but this salad changed my mind. The dressing is so flavorful and the pineapple and lime add a nice sweetness and tang.


Mjey Mjabu
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I love how easy this salad is to make. I can have it on the table in less than 30 minutes.


Kumar Yonjan
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This is one of my go-to summer salads. It's light, refreshing, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Masud Karim
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This salad was a hit at my last party! The combination of sweet pineapple, tangy lime, and fluffy couscous was a winner. I'll definitely be making this again.