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Pearl Couscous Salad

Pearl Couscous Salad: A Wholesome Fall Flavor Fest

This Pearl Couscous Salad is a vibrant dish featuring seasonal ingredients that embody the essence of fall.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 cup Pearl Couscous Cook until tender but al dente.
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth Can use chicken broth.
For the Roasted Vegetables
  • 1/2 cup Butternut Squash Diced into ½ inch cubes.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For drizzling over vegetables.
For the Salad Mix
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries Can be substituted with raisins.
  • 1/2 cup Pecans Can be toasted for extra flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Can use goat cheese or grated Parmesan.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup Real maple syrup is best.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • Salt To taste.
  • Pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Baking sheet
  • large mixing bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Cook the Couscous
  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of vegetable broth to a boil. Add 1 cup of pearl couscous, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes. Fluff with a fork and cool slightly.
Roast the Squash
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss ½ cup of diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 15-20 minutes.
Mix Salad Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, combine cooled couscous, roasted squash, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, and crumbled feta.
Prepare Dressing
  1. Whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine Salad
  1. Pour the dressing over the salad mix and toss. Let it rest for about 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chill for 30 minutes to enhance flavor. Adjust seasonings to taste.

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