Whole Wheat Couscous with Plums Goat Cheese and Fresh Mint

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and wholesome Whole Wheat Couscous with Plums, Goat Cheese, and Fresh Mint. Bursting with sweet and tangy flavors, this recipe perfectly balances the nuttiness of whole wheat couscous with the juicy sweetness of plums, the creamy richness of goat cheese, and the refreshing aroma of fresh mint. A drizzle of honey-lemon dressing ties it all together, adding a subtle touch of brightness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile dish can be served as a light lunch, dinner side, or chilled for a refreshing summer salad. Packed with fiber and protein, it's a healthy and satisfying choice for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Whole wheat couscous
• 1.25 cups Water or vegetable broth
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 whole Plums
• 4 ounces Goat cheese
• 0.25 cups Fresh mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring the water or vegetable broth to a boil. Add the salt and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 2

Remove the saucepan from the heat, stir in the whole wheat couscous, cover with a lid, and let it sit for 5 minutes.

Step 3

While the couscous is cooking, pit and slice the plums into thin wedges. Crumble the goat cheese into bite-sized pieces. Chop the fresh mint leaves finely.

Step 4

Once the couscous has absorbed all the liquid, fluff it with a fork to separate the grains.

Step 5

In a large bowl, combine the couscous, sliced plums, goat cheese, and chopped mint.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring the plums and goat cheese are evenly distributed.

Step 8

Serve immediately at room temperature, or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes for a cold salad. Garnish with extra mint leaves, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(941.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1109.2

Total Fat 64.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 89.1mg	0%
Sodium 2899.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 101.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 42.2g
Protein 37.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 394.6mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 1032.2mg	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: 51.2%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 35.7%