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Vegan Mediterranean Couscous Salad

Katie Hale
Savor the taste of the Mediterranean with this vegan couscous salad recipe that's packed with flavor and wholesome ingredients like juicy tomatoes and crispy cauliflower.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Salads
Cuisine Meditteranean
Servings 4
Calories 614 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the parsley pesto dressing:

Instructions
 

  • Begin by washing the cauliflower and cutting it into small pieces. Place the pieces onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and season with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Bake in a preheated oven at 450°F (230°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden and tender.
    salad being put on top of cauliflower before roasting
  • Cook the couscous according to the package instructions, using boiled water with olive oil. Once cooked, add 2 tablespoons of butter and mix well.
    couscous in stockpot on hot plate
  • While the couscous is cooking, chop the cherry tomatoes, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes into small pieces.
  • To make the parsley pesto dressing, combine all the ingredients in a food processor or blender and process until a thick, green mixture is formed.
    food processor of pesto
  • To serve the salad, start by placing the cooked couscous in a large bowl. Layer the chopped vegetables on top, then sprinkle with cumin and chopped garlic. Drizzle the parsley pesto dressing on top and mix well to combine.
    hands holding spoons of mediterranean couscous salad above big bowl

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Notes

  1. Use a flavored couscous or cook with a rich broth to add depth of flavor.
  2. Sautee mushrooms or tofu and add just before serving for added protein.
  3. Make sure to fluff the couscous before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 614kcalCarbohydrates: 102gProtein: 19gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 645mgPotassium: 1039mgFiber: 10gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1641IUVitamin C: 55mgCalcium: 85mgIron: 4mg
Keyword couscous salad, Mediterranean couscous salad, vegan couscous salad
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