How to Make Nectarine Couscous Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

When summer rolls around, nothing beats the delicious combination of juicy nectarines and refreshing herbs. This Nectarine Couscous Salad recipe is the perfect way to enjoy these flavors in a light and satisfying dish. Whether you are looking for a healthy lunch option or a flavorful side dish for a summer BBQ, this salad has it all.

The star of the show in this recipe is the nectarine, which adds a naturally sweet and juicy element to the salad. When combined with the nutty and fluff...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 cup uncooked whole wheat couscous
  • ½ (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup finely chopped red bell pepper
  • ½ cup thinly sliced green onions
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 ½ cups chopped nectarine

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons water to a boil in a small saucepan. Stir in couscous gradually until evenly moistened. Remove from heat; fluff with a fork.
  • Pour couscous into a salad bowl. Let cool, 5 to 10 minutes. Fold in chickpeas, red bell pepper, and green onions.
  • Whisk lime juice, honey, olive oil, coriander, cumin, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl to make dressing. Drizzle dressing over couscous mixture; stir gently until blended. Arrange nectarine over salad.
  • Nutrition

    366 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 402mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 70g
    • Dietary Fiber: 10g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 34mg
    • Calcium: 54mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 266mg