Bahraini Spiced Couscous Salad With Chickpeas And Mint
This Bahraini Spiced Couscous Salad with Chickpeas and Mint is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for dinner. The combination of warm spices, fresh herbs, and tangy dressing makes this salad a delightful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring 1 1/4 cups of water to a boil. Stir in the couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and transfer to a large bowl.
- Add the chickpeas, cucumber, red onion, mint, and parsley to the bowl with the couscous.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve the salad at room temperature or chilled.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 9g
- Fat
- 4g
Supplies
Medium saucepan Large mixing bowl Small mixing bowl
Tools
Fork Whisk
Serving suggestions
This Bahraini Spiced Couscous Salad pairs well with grilled meats or fish. It can also be served alongside a creamy yogurt sauce or a dollop of hummus.
Tips & tricks
For added crunch, sprinkle some toasted pine nuts or almonds on top of the salad before serving.
Cost
$10