SWEET AND SPICY COUSCOUS SALAD

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From the California Table Grape Commission. I have made this as a take to work lunch. Very filling and delicious.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup chicken broth
1 cup quick-cooking couscous
1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
1/2 cup dried apricot, sliced
1/2 cup sliced green onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
salt and pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Bring 1 cup of chicken broth to a boil; stir in couscous.
  • Remove from the heat and cover.
  • Let stand until cool and then fluff with a fork; transfer into a large bowl.
  • Add in grapes, pine nuts, apricots, green onions, parsley, and mint.
  • Next add oil, lemon juice, 1/4 cup chicken broth, cinnamon, salt, pepper, and cayenne; let stand for 30 minutes before serving to let flavors mingle; may cover and chill for up to 24 hours; bring to room temperature before serving.

Klaus
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This salad is a great summer dish. It's light and refreshing.


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


Olayemi Odebowale
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice.


Pratima rajbanshi
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I've made this salad for my friends and family several times now and it's always a hit.


Sam Faulkner
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. It's even better the next day.


Lisa cox
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Abdul Musavir wali
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Camara Yaya
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I'm not a big fan of couscous, but this salad changed my mind. It's so flavorful and refreshing.


Amazing Media world
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Emma Devereux
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I love the combination of sweet and spicy in this salad. The dried fruit adds a nice sweetness, while the chili powder gives it a bit of a kick.


MD mustafijur
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or tofu. It's also a healthy and refreshing meal.


All Bangla tips 555
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for potlucks or picnics.


Peyton Royse Skurlock
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This is my new favorite couscous salad recipe. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


myah
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Tania Torres
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This salad was easy to make and very flavorful. I used a mix of dried apricots, cranberries, and raisins, and they all worked well together. The dressing was also very good.


Talha 09
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I'm not usually a fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. The sweetness of the dried fruit and the spiciness of the chili powder were a great combination.


Abdhul Majheed
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This couscous salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of sweet and spicy flavors was perfect, and the couscous was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.


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