MOROCCAN COUSCOUS AND LENTIL SALAD
Make and share this Moroccan Couscous and Lentil Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Wendys Kitchen
Categories Grains
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small saucepan simmer lentils in water to cover by 2 inches until tender but not falling apart, 15 to 20 minutes, and drain well.
- Transfer hot lentils to a bowl and stir in 1 tablespoon vinegar and salt and pepper to taste.
- Cool lentils completely, stirring occasionally.
- In a saucepan bring water to a boil and add couscous and salt.
- Remove pan from heat and let couscous stand, covered, 5 minutes.
- Fluff couscous with a fork and transfer to a large bowl. Stir in 1 tablespoon oil and cool completely, stirring occasionally.
- In a small bowl whisk together garlic paste, remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar, remaining 3 tablespoons oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir lentils and dressing into couscous. Chill salad, covered, at least 3 hours and up to 24.
- Just before serving, stir in remaining ingredients and season with salt and pepper.
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Doreen McDonough
doreen-m63@gmail.comI think this salad would be better if it was served warm.
Beanie-The-Gnome
beanie-the-gnome@yahoo.comThe dressing for this salad is a bit too oily for my taste.
Naseerkhan2221@gmail.com Naseerkhan
n-naseerkhan@hotmail.comI found this salad to be a bit bland. I think it could use more seasoning.
Jubaida Jannat Khushi
k.j@yahoo.comThis salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The flavors are amazing!
Evan Klosterman
klostermane@hotmail.comI'm not a huge fan of couscous, but I really enjoyed this salad. The lentils and vegetables add a lot of flavor and texture.
Mgda Be
b-m70@gmail.comThis salad is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it the night before and then serve it for lunch or dinner the next day.
brwadaran 3
brwadaran.333@yahoo.comI made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit! It's easy to transport and everyone loved the flavors.
Lebogang Olifant
lebogang_o@aol.comThis salad is a great way to use up leftover couscous and lentils. I also like to add some chopped nuts or seeds for extra crunch.
Samantha Erickson
e.s7@hotmail.comI was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The couscous and lentils cook up perfectly and the vegetables are roasted to perfection. The dressing is also very flavorful.
Sibongile Mavuso
m-sibongile81@aol.comThis salad is absolutely delicious! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The flavors are so well-balanced and the textures are perfect.
David Vasquez
vasquezd42@hotmail.comI love the combination of flavors in this salad. The couscous and lentils are hearty and filling, while the vegetables and herbs add a refreshing brightness. I also appreciate that it's a relatively healthy dish.
Salin Magar
magar-s@gmail.comThis Moroccan couscous and lentil salad is a great dish for a party or potluck. It's easy to make and can be served warm or cold. I made it for a recent gathering and it was a hit!