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Moroccan Couscous Salad Recipe

Moroccan Couscous Salad Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1/4 cup peanut oil
1/4 tsp turmeric
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp cayenne
1 1/2-2 cups couscous
2 1/2 cups water or 2 1/2 cups vegetable stock
1/4 cup orange juice
1 -2 tbsp brown sugar
1 (15 oz) can chickpeas
1 (8 oz) can mandarin oranges
1 red onion, chopped
1 green bell peppers
1/4 cup golden raisin
2 -3 tbsp fresh cilantro
2 tbsp peanuts ( optional) or 2 tbsp almonds (optional)
salt

Directions:

Heat 1 tbsp oil in medium saucepan. Add all spices and dry couscous. Stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Being careful not to burn.
Add stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 5 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand about 5 minutes.
Transfer to serving bowl and fluff with a fork.
In a small bowl combine 3 tbsp oil, orange juice, sugar, and salt to taste. Blend well.
Add remaining veggies and dressing. Combine well. Add cilantro and nuts. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	268.51 Kcal (1124 kJ)
Calories from fat	78.95 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	8.77g	13%
Sodium	10.53mg	0%
Potassium	212.56mg	5%
Total Carbs	40.85g	14%
Sugars	7.4g	30%
Dietary Fiber	3.31g	13%
Protein	6.73g	13%
Vitamin C	20.8mg	35%
Vitamin A	0.4mg	12%
Iron	7.2mg	40%
Calcium	32.2mg	3%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	152.88 Kcal (640 kJ)
Calories from fat	44.95 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	4.99g	13%
Sodium	5.99mg	0%
Potassium	121.02mg	5%
Total Carbs	23.26g	14%
Sugars	4.21g	30%
Dietary Fiber	1.88g	13%
Protein	3.83g	13%
Vitamin C	11.9mg	35%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	12%
Iron	4.1mg	40%
Calcium	18.3mg	3%

* 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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