Pearl Couscous Salad With Creamy Harissa Dressing
This vibrant salad combines turmeric-infused couscous, chickpeas, and crunchy veggies, all tied together with a creamy harissa dressing. Perfect to meal prep.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup dry white wheat pearl couscous
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp olive oil
- ¼ head red cabbage shredded
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup raisins
- 4 carrots shredded
- 1 cucumber diced
- 3 cups cooked chickpeas
- ¼ cup fresh mint finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh dill finely chopped
- ¼ cup crushed almonds
Creamy Harissa Dressing
- 2 tbsp harissa paste
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds soaked for 30 min and drained
- 2 tbsp hemp seeds
- ½ cup citrus juice I used 1 lemon and 1/2 a grapefruit
- 1 ½ tbsp maple syrup
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Start by cooking the couscous according to the packet instructions. While it's simmering, add the turmeric, olive oil, and black pepper to the boiling water for enhanced flavor and health benefits.
- Add 1 tsp of lemon juice to the shredded red cabbage. Massage the cabbage with your hands to soften it and enhance its flavor.
- Prepare the creamy harissa dressing by blending all the dressing ingredients until smooth. This will be the base flavor of your salad.
- Assemble the salad by layering the ingredients in the following order: Start with the creamy harissa dressing, followed by chickpeas, couscous, raisins, cabbage, carrots, cucumber, and finally, the herbs and almonds. Enjoy your nutritious and delicious meal!
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Notes
This salad is a perfect meal prep option and can be customized according to your taste preferences.
Nutritional Information - Per Serving
Calories 552kcal | Carbohydrates 101g | Protein 22g | Fat 13g | Sodium 171mg | Fiber 19g | Vitamin A 551IU | Vitamin C 51mg | Calcium 164mg | Iron 7mg