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Couscous Salad With Yogurt Dressing Recipe

Couscous Salad With Yogurt Dressing Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 small celery rib, finely chopped
1 cup couscous
1 1/2 cups water
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup plain fat-free yogurt
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tsp fresh gingerroot, peeled and minced
1 garlic clove, peeled and minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
ground black pepper , to taste
1/2 cup dried cranberries (or raisins)
1/2 cup canned chick-peas, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (or parsley)
1/2 cup green onion, sliced
1 lemon, cut into wedges (optional)

Directions:

For the couscous: Heat the oil in a 2-qt. saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the couscous. Cook and stir for 1 minute until coated with oil and lightly toasted. Add the water and bring to a boil, stirring. Remove from the heat and cover with lid. Let stand for 30 minutes, until cooled and the liquid is absorbed, uncovering occasionally to fluff with a fork.
In the meantime, make the dressing: In a bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, yogurt, oil, gingerroot, garlic, cumin, ground coriander and pepper.
To make the salad: Transfer the couscous to a large serving bowl. Add the cranberries (or raisins), chickpeas, bell peppers, cilantro (or parsley) and green onions. Add the dressing.
Toss all the ingredients together. Garnish with the lemon wedges, if using.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	760.27 Kcal (3183 kJ)
Calories from fat	223.67 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	24.85g	38%
Cholesterol	0.59mg	0%
Sodium	78.55mg	3%
Potassium	517.83mg	11%
Total Carbs	118.69g	40%
Sugars	31.43g	126%
Dietary Fiber	12.38g	50%
Protein	17.58g	35%
Vitamin C	118mg	197%
Vitamin A	2.4mg	79%
Iron	172.1mg	956%
Calcium	124.9mg	12%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	117.08 Kcal (490 kJ)
Calories from fat	34.44 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.83g	38%
Cholesterol	0.09mg	0%
Sodium	12.1mg	3%
Potassium	79.74mg	11%
Total Carbs	18.28g	40%
Sugars	4.84g	126%
Dietary Fiber	1.91g	50%
Protein	2.71g	35%
Vitamin C	18.2mg	197%
Vitamin A	0.4mg	79%
Iron	26.5mg	956%
Calcium	19.2mg	12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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