Yummy Couscous Salad

Name: Yummy Couscous Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup creamy salad dressing; ¼ cup plain yogurt; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; salt and pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon butter; ½ cup couscous; 1 cup water; 1 red onion, chopped; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; ⅓ cup chopped parsley; ⅓ cup raisins; ⅓ cup toasted and sliced almonds; ½ cup canned chickpeas, drained

Rating: 4.58 stars

50 Ratings
54 Reviews
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This is a quick and easy salad to prepare and it tastes great!

By Suzanne

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Recipe Summary test

prep:

15 mins

cook:

30 mins

additional:

1 hr

total:

1 hr 45 mins

Servings:

Yield:

6 servings

Nutrition Info

Directions

Step 1
In a medium bowl, blend creamy salad dressing, yogurt, cumin, salt and pepper. Cover, and place in the refrigerator 1 hour, or until chilled.

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Step 2
Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in couscous, and coat with butter. Stir in water, reduce heat, and a simmer, covered, until all water is absorbed, about 5-10 minutes.
Step 3
Mix couscous, red onion, red bell pepper, parsley, raisins, almonds and chickpeas into the creamy salad dressing mixture. Cover, and chill in the refrigerator until serving.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

247 calories; protein 5.7g; carbohydrates 30g; fat 12.2g; cholesterol 13.1mg; sodium 251.2mg. Full Nutrition

Reviews (54)

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3BadBoxers

09/27/2005

I gave it a five star rating as long as you make some adjustments - particularly use 1 cup couscous and 2 cups water - you only need to let the couscous stand for 5-6 minutes - not 30. I also cut back the onion to 1/2 a small one. I also used dates instead of raisins which I highly recommend doing. I also used the couscous with the pine nuts and used some slivered almonds I had. I added some cucumber as well and used almost one whole can of chick peas. I used buttermilk ranch dressing - the same amount called for in the recipe. I realized at the last minute I didn't have any yogurt so I just added more ranch and it was still very good but I'm sure it would be even better with the yogurt. Great recipe though and you can really do alot of variations with it. It's a keeper! Read More

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Kim Treat

08/12/2003

Would not make again. Threw away most of it. Read More

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50 Ratings

5 star values: 35
4 star values: 11
3 star values: 3
2 star values: 0
1 star values: 1

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3BadBoxers

09/27/2005

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QUAKERJULES

07/14/2003

This was a really yummy recipe. I used FF ranch dressing and FF yogurt. I also used whole wheat couscous from Trader Joe's and cooked it without the butter. Everyone at dinner loved it. Read More

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Jennifer

07/14/2003

I served this as a warm side dish instead of as a salad. I replaced the red onions with carmalized videlias and lightly sauteed the red peppers. I also omitted the cumin. It was fantastic. I had it cold the next day for lunch--this will definitely be made again! Read More

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CORKY21122112

07/14/2003

We go on frequent picnics here in Sydney Australia with the same group of friends and they each take a salad usually the same salad each time. I tried this new recipe and everyone commented on how tasty it was. The salad was extremely simple to make. An absolute must for the next BBQ. Read More

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LISA PERLOS

07/14/2003

This was a really tasty recipe. It definitely needs to be completely chilled so make ahead. I used fat free ranch dressing and it tasted great. It is a complete side salad with both grains and veggies-very filling. Read More

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MOSCHOPDINES

08/27/2004

Quite delicious! Variations: I used sundried tomato couscous 1/2 c. firm tofu pine nuts instead of almonds and finely chopped spinach in lieu of parsley. Seems like a bizarre combination with the medley of ingredients but it does work well. Read More

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Cheryl v.

07/14/2003

This salad tasted great! I used only half a red pepper and half the onion and it was still a fabulous salad. I also reduced the fat a bit by using light mayo and yogurt. Try it you'll love it! Read More

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MST3K

07/14/2003

Couscous is always quick so it's great when we're pressed for time. I was thrilled to find this delicious recipe which I've already used about 4 times. All our family and friends love it! Read More

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CHRISTINE1906

07/14/2003

Thanks for this recipe! I have made it twice- the first time I only added 1/2 an onion and found it quite strong in the salad if you eat it by itself but OK with other salads BBQ meat etc. The second time I left out the onion and it was better (I don't really like onion though so that's why I liked it more without). Also I made it with 3/4 cup of Garlic and Pepper savoury yoghurt (Brownes brand available here in Australia) instead of combining salad dressing and plain yoghurt and it was delicious! Read More

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Kim Treat

08/12/2003

Would not make again. Threw away most of it. Read More

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Yummy Couscous Salad

Servings Per Recipe: 6
Calories: 247.1

% Daily Value *

protein: 11 %

carbohydrates: 10 %

dietary fiber: 15 %

sugars:

fat: 19 %

saturated fat: 12 %

cholesterol: 4 %

vitamin a iu: 20 %

niacin equivalents: 17 %

vitamin b6: 14 %

vitamin c: 54 %

folate: 9 %

calcium: 6 %

iron: 8 %

magnesium: 16 %

potassium: 8 %

sodium: 10 %

thiamin: 7 %

calories from fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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3BadBoxers

09/27/2005

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QUAKERJULES

07/14/2003

This was a really yummy recipe. I used FF ranch dressing and FF yogurt. I also used whole wheat couscous from Trader Joe's and cooked it without the butter. Everyone at dinner loved it.

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Jennifer

07/14/2003

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CORKY21122112

07/14/2003

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LISA PERLOS

07/14/2003

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MOSCHOPDINES

08/27/2004

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Cheryl v.

07/14/2003

This salad tasted great! I used only half a red pepper and half the onion and it was still a fabulous salad. I also reduced the fat a bit by using light mayo and yogurt. Try it you'll love it!

Helpful

(10)

MST3K

07/14/2003

Couscous is always quick so it's great when we're pressed for time. I was thrilled to find this delicious recipe which I've already used about 4 times. All our family and friends love it!

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(10)

CHRISTINE1906

07/14/2003

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Kim Treat