Smoked Mackerel, Orange & Couscous Salad

Smoked Mackerel, Orange & Couscous Salad
  • Author: Anonymous

Create a light and refreshing couscous salad packed with vibrant flavors. A zesty dressing made from fresh orange juice, red wine vinegar, and olive oil coats the fluffy couscous, complemented by juicy orange slices, peppery watercress, and flaked mackerel. This dish offers a delightful combination of citrusy sweetness and savory notes, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 200g couscous - use wholemeal if you can get it
  • 3 oranges , 2 peeled and thinly sliced, 1 juiced
  • 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 red onion , finely chopped
  • 100g bag watercress , roughly chopped
  • 240g pack peppered mackerel fillets, flaked into large chunks

Instructions

  • Pour 250ml boiling water over couscous, cover and leave 10 mins, then fluff up with a fork. Meanwhile, make the dressing. Mix orange juice, vinegar, sugar and oil with some seasoning. Mix through the couscous with remaining ingredients.

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Prep Time

PT15M

Yield

Serves 4

Nutrition

  • Calories: 456 calories
  • Fat Content: 27 grams fat
  • Saturated Fat Content: 5 grams saturated fat
  • Carbohydrate Content: 38 grams carbohydrates
  • Sugar Content: 12 grams sugar
  • Fiber Content: 2 grams fiber
  • Protein Content: 16 grams protein
  • Sodium Content: 1.17 milligram of sodium