Salat Tangier

Experience a burst of vibrant flavors with Salat Tangier, a refreshing and wholesome Mediterranean-inspired couscous salad. This colorful dish combines fluffy couscous with crunchy cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a medley of fresh herbs like parsley and mint for a zesty, aromatic base. Sweet raisins, toasted slivered almonds, and briny green olives add a delightful contrast of textures, while a citrusy dressing infused with warm cumin and cinnamon ties it all together. Optional crumbled feta adds a creamy, savory touch, making it perfect for vegetarians and foodies alike. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile salad can be served chilled or at room temperature as a light meal, side dish, or picnic favorite. Packed with bold spices, nutritious ingredients, and irresistible Mediterranean flair, Salat Tangier is a delicious way to elevate your salad game.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Couscous
• 1.25 cups Water
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 medium Cucumber, diced
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup Fresh mint, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 cup Raisins
• 0.25 cup Slivered almonds, toasted
• 0.25 cup Pitted green olives, sliced
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring 1.25 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan. Stir in 1 cup of couscous, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and 0.5 teaspoons of salt. Cover, remove from heat, and let it sit for 5 minutes.

Step 2

Fluff the cooked couscous with a fork, then transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Allow it to cool to room temperature.

Step 3

Add the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely chopped red onion to the couscous.

Step 4

Mix in the fresh parsley, fresh mint, and raisins.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, and ground cinnamon to create a dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss thoroughly to combine all flavors.

Step 7

Fold in the slivered almonds, sliced green olives, and crumbled feta cheese (if using).

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more salt or lemon juice to suit your preference.

Step 9

Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 10

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1166.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1424.3

Total Fat 97.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 106.8mg	0%
Sodium 3887.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.2g	0%
Total Sugars 39.7g
Protein 41.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1288.0mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 2533.7mg	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: 58.6%

Protein: 11.0%

Carbs: 30.4%