Moroccan-Spiced Chickpea and Carrot Couscous Salad
Discover the vibrant flavors of the Moroccan-Spiced Chickpea and Carrot Couscous Salad, a delightful dish that combines wholesome ingredients with aromatic spices. This salad is not only quick to prepare in just 20 minutes but also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for lunches, picnics, or as a healthy side at dinner gatherings. Featuring hearty chickpeas and crunchy carrots, this colorful salad is enhanced by a zesty dressing that ties all the flavors together. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a versatile dish that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with your favorite protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup couscous
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 carrots, grated
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Stir in couscous and remove from heat. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Fluff couscous with a fork. In a large bowl, combine fluffed couscous with grated carrots, chickpeas, red onion, raisins, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, spices, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Let the salad rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg