WHOLE-WHEAT COUSCOUS SALAD

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Roasted beets and lots of greens make this a healthful salad as well as a colorful presentation for any table.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 beets (3/4 pound), scrubbed
1/2 cup finely chopped onion (3 ounces)
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 cups whole-wheat couscous (4 1/4 cups cooked)
1 1/2 cups boiling water
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive-cured olive oil (See Cook's Note)
1 cucumber (8 ounces), chopped in 1/2-inch dice
1/2 cup chopped mint
1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 bunch watercress (3 ounces), leaves only
4 wedges Spiced Preserved Lemons, rinsed and thinly sliced
Olive-oil cooking spray

Steps:

  • Wrap beets in foil, and bake in a 450 degrees oven for 30 to 60 minutes, until tender when pierced with tip of a knife. Unwrap, let cool enough to handle, and peel. Cut the beets into 1/2-inch pieces, and set aside.
  • Spray a nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Add onion and cumin, cover, and cook, stirring, over medium-low heat until translucent, 6 to 8 minutes. Add couscous, boiling water, salt, and pepper; stir. Turn off heat, cover, and let sit 15 minutes, until fluffy when mixed with a fork. Transfer to large bowl, add remaining ingredients, and toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 8 g, Sodium 852 g

Bimol Shil
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a bag of frozen peas and carrots in my freezer, so this is a quick and easy way to make a healthy meal.


Lavelu Ahmed
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious salad. I especially like the addition of roasted almonds, which give the salad a nice crunchy texture.


Vicky Don
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I'm not a huge fan of feta cheese, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is really flavorful and the combination of ingredients is really nice.


Jacob Juarez
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy dressing.


Sujan Kumal
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a hit! It's a great make-ahead dish that travels well.


Reesha Ramkissoon
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or fish. I also like to add a handful of chopped nuts or seeds for extra crunch.


Samyoul Baral
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I've made this salad several times now, and I always tweak it a little bit to suit my own taste. I like to add a bit of chopped fresh mint or basil, and I sometimes use quinoa instead of couscous.


sonia smith
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber.


Rohan Yadav
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I'm not a huge fan of couscous, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is really flavorful and the combination of ingredients is really nice.


Symon Oyando
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a bag of frozen peas and carrots in my freezer, so this is a quick and easy way to make a healthy meal.


Saleem Gujjar
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The flavors are so fresh and vibrant.


Johnrahulan Mervina
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious salad. I especially like the addition of roasted almonds, which give the salad a nice crunchy texture.


Chamindha Presanna
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. The dressing is light and tangy, and the combination of couscous, vegetables, and nuts is really satisfying.


Ephrem Mandefro
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This whole wheat couscous salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. The combination of sweet and savory ingredients, such as dried cranberries, feta cheese, and roasted almonds, creates a delightful bala