ORANGE, RAISIN, COUSCOUS SALAD

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Got this from a friend when I was at her house for lunch one day. It was very good and I love curry, I was impressed with this dish. I am always looking for a new and different way to use couscous. Cook time is for setting the raisins aside in the orange juice for 15 minutes and for chill time if you decide to chill it.

Provided by OceanLuvinGranny

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 1 salad, 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups couscous
2 1/4 cups vegetable broth (for a non-vegetarian version, you can use chicken broth. I have done both ways and both are good)
1 cup peas (I used frozen and let them sit out for about 30 min. just to get them to thaw a little bit)
5 green onions, chipped
1/2 cup carrot, sliced thinly at an angle and cooked until just tender
2 celery ribs, sliced
1 cup raisins
1/3 cup orange juice, plus another 1/3
1/4 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup yellow bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup almonds
1/3 cup red wine vinegar (or you can use rice vinegar)
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder (I used a little more because we are crazy about curry)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Combine couscous with broth and bring to boil.
  • Cover and remove from heat and set aside.
  • Place raisins in 1/3 c orange juice and set aside for 15 minutes.
  • Combine carrots (pre cooked until just tender) and peas, green onions and raisins with couscous.
  • Whisk or blend other 1/3 c orange juice, vinegar, turmeric, curry and Dijon mustard.
  • Pour over couscous mixture and stir well to combine.
  • Either serve immediately or chill a little bit before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525.5, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 117.1, Carbohydrate 96.2, Fiber 10.5, Sugar 28.2, Protein 16.3

Lawal Gbolagade mutiu
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Dip Kancha
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover oranges and raisins.


Rasel Shekh
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5 stars! This salad is a perfect balance of sweet and savory. I added a bit of crumbled feta cheese and it was even better.


Kulu Mapfuwa
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that it's healthy and delicious.


lesedi kenosi
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for potlucks and picnics.


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


Wali khan Khan
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I love the combination of oranges and raisins in this salad. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Jacob Akuffo-Addo
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


Mercedes
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


tracy wright
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Saleem Khan Officail 123
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover oranges and raisins. I also added some chopped walnuts for extra crunch.


Uthpol Roy
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5 stars! This salad is a perfect balance of sweet and savory. I added a bit of crumbled feta cheese and it was even better.


SLAYER GAMING
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that it's healthy and delicious.


RT UMAR
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I'm not usually a fan of couscous, but this salad changed my mind. The orange-raisin vinaigrette dressing is amazing!


Moses Nweke
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the combination of sweet oranges, chewy raisins, and fluffy couscous. I'll definitely be making it again.