Couscous Salad with Broccoli and Raisins

Brighten up your table with this vibrant couscous salad featuring tender broccoli florets, sweet pops of raisins, and a zesty cumin-lemon dressing. Quick and easy to make, this wholesome recipe pairs fluffy couscous with crunchy steamed broccoli and aromatic notes of red onion and parsley, creating a satisfying balance of textures and flavors. Perfect as a light side dish or a stand-alone vegetarian meal, this salad comes together in just 25 minutes and can be served warm or chilled. It's a great make-ahead option for meal prep and potlucks, offering a delicious blend of savory, tangy, and subtly sweet in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Couscous
• 1.25 cups Water
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 cups Broccoli florets
• 0.5 cups Raisins
• 0.25 cups Red onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cups Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring 1.25 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add salt and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the boiling water.

Step 2

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the couscous. Cover and let it sit for 5 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.

Step 3

Fluff the couscous with a fork and transfer it to a large mixing bowl to cool slightly.

Step 4

While the couscous is cooling, steam the broccoli florets for 3-4 minutes until they are tender but still crisp. Rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process and set aside.

Step 5

Add the raisins, red onion, parsley, and steamed broccoli to the couscous in the mixing bowl.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss everything gently to combine.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Garnish with extra parsley before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(893.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	752.8

Total Fat 28.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1604.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g	0%
Total Sugars 58.3g
Protein 18.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 330.6mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 1373.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.6%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 59.5%