Sure, let’s dive into making this delightful Rainbow Couscous Salad, perfect for those last-minute barbecue invitations or potluck dinners! ππ₯
Rainbow Couscous Salad
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
Keywords: Rice, Vegetable, Vegan, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Potluck, < 15 Mins, Easy
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Couscous |
| 1 | Boiling water |
| 1 | Red onion |
| 1 | Carrot |
| 2 | Celery stalks |
| 3-4 | Bell peppers (mix of colors for a vibrant salad) |
| 1/2 – 1 | Cup of currants |
| 1/2 | Cup of rice vinegar |
| 3 | Tablespoons of soy sauce |
| 4 | Teaspoons of Dijon mustard |
| 3 | Teaspoons of curry powder |
Dressing:
- 1/2 cup of rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 4 teaspoons of Dijon mustard
- 3 teaspoons of curry powder
Instructions:
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Prepare the Couscous:
- Put couscous in a large bowl.
- Pour over the boiling water.
- Stir to mix and leave until cool.
- Fluff with a fork.
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Prepare the Salad:
- Mix in chopped red onion, bell peppers, carrots, celery, peas, and currants.
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Make the Dressing:
- In a separate bowl, combine rice vinegar, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and curry powder.
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Mix It All Together:
- Pour the dressing over the salad.
- Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
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Serve and Enjoy!
- This vibrant Rainbow Couscous Salad is ready to impress at your next gathering.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 275.7
- Fat Content: 0.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 341.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 59g
- Fiber Content: 6.6g
- Sugar Content: 18.8g
- Protein Content: 8.8g
With its colorful array of vegetables and burst of flavors from the dressing, this Rainbow Couscous Salad not only looks beautiful but also packs a healthy punch, making it a perfect addition to any meal or gathering. Enjoy! π
