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Couscous Salad with honey-lemon dressing

Recipe developed by Chef Leslie Cairns

Couscous Salad with honey-lemon dressing

This versatile dish is cooked in one pot and can be served hot or cold, as a main or a side. It makes great leftovers to have with grilled meat or fish.

Ingredients

3 cups
water
1/2 tsp
cinnamon
1/2 tsp
cumin
1 tbsp
honey
2 tbsp
lemon juice
3 cups
quick cooking couscous
2 tsp
olive oil
1
green onion finely chopped
1
small carrot finely chopped
1/2
red pepper finely chopped
fresh cilantro

Directions

Bring water to boil with cinnamon, cumin, honey & lemon juice.  Add couscous. Cover and remove from heat. Fluff with fork. Add vegetables, olive oil, and fresh herbs. Salad can be served warm or chilled.

Nutrient Analysis

  • Calories: 2268 KCal
  • Protein: 72 g
  • Carbohydrates: 456 g
  • Fibre: 24 g
  • Total Fat: 12 g
  • Sodium: 120 mg
  • Phosphorus: 984 mg
  • Potassium: 1308 mg

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