Couscous With Pine Nuts, Coriander & Raisins
This couscous salad is a delightful medley of flavors and textures that come together in a harmonious blend. With nutty pine nuts, sweet raisins and apricots, vibrant coriander, and a zesty lemon dressing, each bite offers a satisfying mix of savory and sweet notes. Served cold, this salad is perfect for a refreshing and light meal on a warm day. The effortless preparation makes it a convenient dish to whip up for a quick lunch or as a flavorful side at gatherings.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 250g couscous
- 400ml hot vegetable stock
- 75g 2 ½ oz pine nuts
- 50g dried apricots , chopped
- bunch coriander leaves
- 4-5 tbsp raisins
- zest and juice 1 lemon
- 5 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Put the couscous in a medium-sized bowl, pour over the stock, cover with cling film, and leave to stand for 5 mins. Meanwhile, toast the pine nuts in a dry pan for a few mins, until pale golden.
- Fluff up the couscous with a fork, add all the remaining ingredients and mix well to combine.
Cook Time
2M
Prep Time
PT5M
Yield
Serves 10
Nutrition
- Calories: 366 calories
- Fat Content: 17 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 2 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 50 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 18 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 2 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 8 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.28 milligram of sodium
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