Spanish Couscous Salad Recipes

SPANISH COUSCOUS WITH AROMATIC VEGETABLES

Steps:

• Cut one zucchini into rounds that are a little over 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) thick, then cut each round into 9 evenly sized pieces to end up with cubes of zucchini, thinly slice 1 onion, thinly slice 3 cloves of garlic and finely grate 1 large tomato
• Add 1/2 tsp cumin powder into a bowl, along with 1/2 tsp ginger powder, 1/4 tsp cinnamon powder, 1/2 tsp dried cilantro, 1/4 tsp hot smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp saffron threads and 1/8 tsp ground cloves, mix together until well combined
• Heat a sauce pan with a medium to medium-high heat, add in 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, a generous 1/4 tsp cumin powder, 1/4 tsp cinnamon powder and 1 tbsp dried cilantro, mix together, after 1 minute add in a generous cup of vegetable broth, once it comes to a boil add in 1 cup of couscous, give it a quick mix, place a lid on the pan and turn off the heat
• Meanwhile, heat a fry pan with a medium heat and add in 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, after 2 minutes add in the sliced onion, chopped zucchini and sliced garlic, mix with the olive oil, after 6 minutes and the onion & zucchini are translucent, add in the spice blend, mix together until well combined, then add in the grated tomato and season with sea salt & black pepper, mix together and let it simmer on a medium heat for about 5 minutes
• About 10 minutes after turning off the heat on the couscous remove the lid, add in 2 tbsp cashews and 2 tbsp raisins, using a fork fluff up the couscous
• Grab the vegetables that have been simmering and transfer into serving dishes, top off with the couscous and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, enjoy!

MEXICAN COUSCOUS

Steps:

• Bring salsa and water to a boil in a small saucepan; stir in couscous. Cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 10 minutes. Fluff couscous with a fork; stir in beans. Top servings with avocado.

VEGAN COUSCOUS SALAD

Steps:

• Place the dry couscous in a dry pan over medium-low heat. Toast the couscous, stirring frequently and keeping an eye on it as it can burn quickly, until golden brown - 5 to 10 minutes.
• Take the pan off the heat and pour over the vegetable stock or water. Quickly place the lid on the pan. Allow to steam for 5 minutes. Remove the lid and rake a fork through the couscous to separate.
• Transfer to a large bowl. You can serve this salad warm or allow the couscous to cool first. Toss with the chopped vegetables and herb(s) of your choice.
• Serve the salad the Mediterranean way with olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper on the side for each person to dress their salad how they like.

ISRAELI COUSCOUS SALAD

Steps:

• Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add shallot and garlic; cook until soft and fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add dry couscous and saute until slightly toasted, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in chicken stock and increase heat to high. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook until couscous is tender and all liquid has been absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool for about 45 minutes.
• While the couscous is cooling, mix lemon zest, lemon juice, 3 tablespoons olive oil, and Dijon mustard together for the dressing in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
• Transfer cooled couscous to a serving bowl. Add cucumbers, spinach, tomatoes, olives, scallions , parsley, mint, and basil. Pour dressing over top and mix to incorporate.

QUICK SPANISH COUSCOUS SALAD

Steps:

• Stir olives, tomato, garlic, thyme and oregano into cooked couscous.
• Serve hot, warm or cold.
• Makes 3 cups.

SPANISH COUSCOUS BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• Prepare couscous according to recipe, but omit the salt.
• Bring water to a boil over high heat; remove from heat, add couscous, stir and cover.
• Let stand for 5 minutes.
• Fluff with fork.
• Cook frozen corn in microwave till slightly tender, drain and chill.
• Rinse and drain the black beans.
• Rinse and chop tomato, pepper, garlic, green onion, cilantro and parsley, set aside.
• In a bowl, combine chopped vegetables with beans, corn, black pepper, lime juice, cumin and couscous, toss well and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.