COUSCOUS SALAD WITH CURRANTS, PINE NUTS, AND CELERY

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This couscous salad is just right for a late summer barbecue.

Categories     Gourmet     Couscous     Celery     Salad     Side

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/8 teaspoon powdered saffron
1 1/2 cups chicken stock or canned chicken broth
1 1/2 cups couscous
1 1/2 cups diced celery
2/3 cup dried currants, plumped in hot water for 15 minutes and drained
1/3 cup thinly sliced scallions
1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted lightly
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup olive oil
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet melt the butter with the saffron over moderate heat, stirring, add the stock, and bring the liquid to a boil. Stir in the couscous, cover the skillet, and remove it from the heat. Let the mixture stand for 4 minutes and transfer it to a ceramic or glass bowl, breaking up any lumps with a fork.
  • Add the celery, the currants, the scallions, the pine nuts, and the parsley and toss the mixture to combine it. In a small bowl whisk together the lemon juice and the cinnamon, add the oil in a slow stream, whisking, and whisk the dressing until it is emulsified. Drizzle the dressing over the salad, toss the salad, and season it with salt and pepper.
  • Do Ahead
  • The salad may be made a day ahead and kept covered and chilled. Transfer the salad to a portable container.

Arsh Hussain
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I can make it a day or two ahead of time and it's still delicious.


Mdsobuj Bd
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Crispy Crunch
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Sohel Shikh
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Emma Felix
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit.


M Faran
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This salad is so refreshing and perfect for a summer lunch.


Qayum khan
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I love the combination of flavors and textures in this salad.


Thando Princess
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover couscous.


SoRandom Nece3
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's a keeper!


sharif bulungu
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This salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Zakariyya Musa Tela
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was amazing! It's a great way to turn this salad into a complete meal.


kimona webb
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. You can make it a day or two ahead of time and it will still be delicious.


Debra White
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I'm not a huge fan of celery, but I didn't even notice it in this salad. The other flavors really masked it.


Ejaz Abbasi
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Kehmir Young
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The sweetness of the currants, the crunch of the pine nuts, and the celery add a nice touch.


Gulam Abbas
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover couscous.


Siluni Madurawala
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I made this salad for a potluck last weekend and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Matthew Talley
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This is the perfect summer salad! It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.