High Protein Orientalischer Couscous Salat
Elevate your salad game with this *High Protein Orientalischer Couscous Salat*—a vibrant and satisfying dish that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful. Packed with tender whole wheat couscous, protein-rich chickpeas, and diced chicken breast, this recipe is a powerhouse meal perfect for healthy lunches or light dinners. Crisp red bell pepper, refreshing cucumber, and zesty red onion bring a delightful crunch, while fresh parsley and mint infuse the salad with aromatic brightness. A tangy dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, and warm spices like cumin and coriander ties everything together, creating a harmonious blend of Middle Eastern-inspired flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this high-protein couscous salad is not only quick and easy but also incredibly versatile—serve it as a meal prep option, a side dish, or even a picnic staple!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams whole wheat couscous
- 400 grams chickpeas, canned and drained
- 200 grams chicken breast, cooked and diced
- 1 large red bell pepper, diced
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 30 grams fresh parsley, chopped
- 20 grams fresh mint, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Bring 250 ml of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Remove from heat and add the whole wheat couscous, stirring quickly. Cover and let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the cooked couscous, chickpeas, diced chicken breast, red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion.
Step 3
Add the chopped parsley and mint to the bowl and stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
Step 4
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, ground coriander, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the couscous salad and gently toss until everything is well coated.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 7
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving for flavors to meld together.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1442.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1633.8 |
| Total Fat 61.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 180mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2689.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 171.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 37.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 32.7g | |
| Protein 103.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 482.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3187.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories