Nut-Free Orientalischer Couscous Salat

Transform your mealtime with this vibrant and Nut-Free Orientalischer Couscous Salat, a flavor-packed dish inspired by the Middle East. Featuring fluffy couscous as a hearty base, this salad is studded with fresh, crisp vegetables like cucumber, red bell pepper, and juicy cherry tomatoes, while sweet raisins add a delightful touch of contrast. A fragrant blend of cumin, coriander, and zesty lemon juice infuses the dish with irresistible aromatics, creating a perfectly balanced dressing. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for a light lunch, meal prep, or as a refreshing side dish for any occasion. Free from nuts, it's an inclusive choice for food-sensitive eaters, without sacrificing bold, authentic flavor. Serve it chilled to let the vibrant ingredients shine, and watch it become a crowd favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams couscous
• 250 milliliters water
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 150 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
• 30 grams fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 medium red onion, finely chopped
• 50 grams raisins
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, bring the 250 ml of water to a boil. Add the salt and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 2

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the couscous. Cover and let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until the couscous has absorbed all the water.

Step 3

Fluff the couscous with a fork, then set it aside to cool.

Step 4

In a large bowl, combine the cooled couscous with diced cucumber, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, parsley, red onion, and raisins.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, cumin powder, coriander powder, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss everything well to ensure the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice according to your preference.

Step 8

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors, or serve immediately if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1086.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	891.2

Total Fat 44.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1620.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 115.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 47.6g
Protein 15.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 230.8mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 1769.2mg	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: 43.4%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 50.1%