COUSCOUS SALAD WITH DATES AND ALMONDS

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Categories     Salad     Bean     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Date     Almond     Healthy     Vegan     Couscous     Cilantro     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 10-ounce box couscous
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon (generous) grated lemon peel
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 15- to 16-ounce can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained
2/3 cup chopped pitted dates
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup minced green onions
Fresh cilantro sprigs

Steps:

  • Bring 2 cups water and 1/2 teaspoon salt to boil in medium saucepan. Add couscous; stir 30 seconds. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork. Transfer to large bowl to cool.
  • Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, lemon peel, and cardamom to blend in small bowl. Drizzle over couscous. Mix in garbanzo beans, dates, almonds, minced cilantro, and green onions. Season with salt and pepper. Let stand at room temperature at least 1 hour and up to 2 hours. Garnish with cilantro sprigs.

Albert Valle
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover couscous. It's also a good way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. I love the combination of couscous, dates, and almonds. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Sulman Malik
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This salad is perfect for a summer party or barbecue. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of couscous, dates, and almonds. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Amy Revels
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The flavors are amazing and the salad is so easy to make. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Nunu Florian
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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 fiber and protein. I love that it's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Dory Woodward
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This salad is perfect for a summer party or barbecue. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of couscous, dates, and almonds. I will definitely be making this salad again.


rajesh subedi
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This salad is delicious! The couscous is fluffy and flavorful, and the dates and almonds add a nice sweetness and crunch. The dressing is also very good. I will definitely be making this salad again.


saqib rizvi
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. It's a great way to use up leftovers too.


LEGO super Mario Anki musca
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover couscous. It's also a good way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. I love the combination of couscous, dates, and almonds. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Russell Marney
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I'm not a big fan of couscous, but this salad changed my mind. The dressing is amazing and the dates and almonds add a nice sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Md Mutalib
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This salad is perfect for a summer party or barbecue. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of couscous, dates, and almonds. I will definitely be making this salad again.


md sadikul islam
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The flavors are amazing and the salad is so easy to make. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Mussa Mussa
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This salad is delicious! The couscous is fluffy and flavorful, and the dates and almonds add a nice sweetness and crunch. The dressing is also very good. I will definitely be making this salad again.


kawsar ahmed akash
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I love this salad! It's so light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing. I especially love the combination of dates and almonds. I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit.


Black Tz
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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 fiber and protein. I love that it's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


ROOSTER CATERING
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and refreshing. I love the combination of couscous, dates, and almonds. It's a great side dish or main course.


Keshab Gautam
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. It's a great way to use up leftovers too.


Isaac Awotwe
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I'm not a huge fan of couscous, but this salad changed my mind. The dressing is light and tangy, and the dates and almonds add a nice sweetness and crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jasmin Rose
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This couscous salad was a hit at my last party! The combination of dates, almonds, and herbs is so flavorful and refreshing. I'll definitely be making it again.