Ina Garten Curried Couscous Salad

Ina Garten Curried Couscous Salad features fluffy couscous, combined with crunchy vegetables like cucumber, red pepper, and scallions, along with a blend of curry powder, raisins, and a tangy lemon dressing. The texture is light and refreshing, with a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors, giving it an exotic, vibrant taste.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup couscous
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
• 1/4 cup raisins
• 1/2 cucumber, diced
• 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 scallions, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

How To Make Ina Garten Curried Couscous Salad

1. Warm up one cup of water. Add curry powder and couscous and stir.
2. Take off the heat, cover, and steam for five minutes.
3. Use a fork to fluff the couscous and then pour in some olive oil.
4. Add the scallions, red bell pepper, sliced cucumber, and raisins.
5. Add fresh cilantro and lemon juice. Add salt and pepper for seasoning.
6. Give the salad 20 minutes to cool so the flavors can combine.

Ina Garten Curried Couscous Salad Recipe Tips:

• Spinach and Chickpea Salad with Curried Couscous. Add fresh spinach and chickpeas for a heartier variation. To begin, combine the couscous with one cup of chickpeas. Add a couple handfuls of fresh spinach leaves and fold gently. This version retains the original’s light, refreshing flavor while adding an additional protein boost. The chickpeas provide a lovely texture contrast, while the earthy spinach balances the tart lemon and curry aromas.
• Tropical Mango and Pineapple Curried Couscous Salad. For a cool change, add tropical fruits like mango and pineapple to the salad. Add half a cup of chopped pineapple and half a cup of chopped mango to the couscous. The inherent sweetness of these fruits counterbalances the curry’s heat. This version is bright and lively, ideal for summertime picnics, because to its juicy, fruity flavors.
• Grilled chicken with a salad of curried couscous. Top this salad with grilled chicken for a more substantial, high-protein dinner. Add salt, pepper, and olive oil to the chicken breasts before grilling them till golden brown. After slicing the chicken, arrange it over the couscous salad. With the addition of savory grilled chicken to counterbalance the light, acidic flavors, this change transforms the dish into a whole dinner. It is an excellent method to turn the salad into a filling lunch or dinner.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?

1. In The Fridge: Store the curried couscous salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep it chilled to maintain freshness and flavor.
2. In The Freezer: Freezing is not ideal for couscous salad due to its texture. It may become soggy after thawing.
3. To Reheat: To reheat, warm the salad gently in the microwave for 30 seconds. Stir and enjoy slightly warm.

Ina Garten Curried Couscous Salad Recipe Nutrition Facts

Calories: Approximately 150 per serving
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 8g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 180mg
Potassium: 250mg
Vitamin A: 15% of the daily value
Vitamin C: 25% of the daily value
Calcium: 3% of the daily value
Iron: 6% of the daily value

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