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.

Bahraini Spiced Couscous Salad With Chickpeas And Mint

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

  1. 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.
  2. Add the chickpeas, cucumber, red onion, mint, and parsley to the bowl with the couscous.
  3. 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.
  4. 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