GRILLED LEMON CHICKEN AND MOROCCAN COUSCOUS SALAD
Provided by Dorie Greenspan
Categories Chicken Low Cal High Fiber Backyard BBQ Dinner Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Healthy Couscous Bon Appétit
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- For couscous:
- Bring chicken broth, 1 tablespoon oil, ginger, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, turmeric, cinnamon, and cumin to boil in heavy large saucepan. Stir in couscous and remove from heat. Scatter raisins over, cover, and let stand until couscous softens, about 10 minutes. Fluff couscous with fork, breaking up any lumps with fingertips. Transfer couscous to large bowl. Add cucumber, red bell pepper, carrot, green beans, and lemon peel. Whisk remaining 1 tablespoon oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and lemon juice in small bowl. Add to couscous; toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.
- For chicken:
- Place 2 1/2 tablespoons oil, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken and seal bag, releasing any excess air; turn several times to coat. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Alternatively, chill 1 to 3 hours and bring to room temperature before continuing.
- Prepare barbecue (high heat). Brush grill rack with oil. Transfer chicken from bag to barbecue with some marinade still clinging and grill until slightly charred and just cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to platter and let rest 10 minutes. Stir 3/4 cup chopped cilantro into couscous. Sprinkle almonds over, if desired. Drizzle chicken with oil, sprinkle remaining 1/3 cup chopped cilantro over, and garnish with lemon wedges. Serve with couscous.
EPCOT'S MOROCCAN PAVILION'S COUSCOUS SALAD
Make and share this Epcot's Moroccan Pavilion's Couscous Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Miss Annie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, saute onion, garlic, sweet bell peppers and zucchini in olive oil.
- Season with salt, pepper, nutmeg and cinnamon.
- Add 1/2 cup olive oil to vegetables along with raisins, chickpeas and orange juice.
- Toss vegetable mixture with couscous and pan juices.
- Add parsley and gently fold in citrus segments.
- Mound mixture onto a serving platter and garnish with mint.
MOROCCAN STYLE PUMPKIN AND COUSCOUS SALAD
Make and share this Moroccan Style Pumpkin and Couscous Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by JustJanS
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 200c. Line a baking tray with non-stick baking paper.
- Combine the pumpkin with the oil and spices in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- Place the pumpkin in a single layer on the prepared baking tray and cook in the oven for 30 minutes or until tender and golden brown. Turn occasionally.
- Meanwhile, cook the broad beans in a saucepan of boiling salted water for 5 minutes or until tender. Refresh under cold running water: peel (discard the skins) then set aside.
- Bring the stock to the boil, remove from the heat and add the couscous. Cover and set aside for 5 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed. Fluff up with a fork.
- In a large bowl, combine the couscous, pumpkin, broad beans, chickpeas, pine nuts, lemon juice and coriander leaves tossing gently to combine.
- Taste and season. Serve with the yogurt if desired.
GRILLED LEMON CHICKEN AND MOROCCAN COUSCOUS SALAD
Make and share this Grilled Lemon Chicken and Moroccan Couscous Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by mell_2
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 3h48m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- For couscous:
- Bring chicken broth, 1 tablespoon oil, ginger, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, turmeric, cinnamon, and cumin to boil in heavy large saucepan. Stir in couscous and remove from heat. Scatter raisins over, cover, and let stand until couscous softens, about 10 minutes. Fluff couscous with fork, breaking up any lumps with fingertips. Transfer couscous to large bowl. Add cucumber, red bell pepper, carrot, green beans, and lemon peel. Whisk remaining 1 tablespoon oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and lemon juice in small bowl. Add to couscous; toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.
- For chicken:
- Place 2 1/2 tablespoons oil, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken and seal bag, releasing any excess air; turn several times to coat. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Alternatively, chill 1 to 3 hours and bring to room temperature before continuing.
- Prepare barbecue (high heat). Brush grill rack with oil. Transfer chicken from bag to barbecue with some marinade still clinging and grill until slightly charred and just cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to platter and let rest 10 minutes. Stir 3/4 cup chopped cilantro into couscous. Sprinkle almonds over, if desired. Drizzle chicken with oil, sprinkle remaining 1/3 cup chopped cilantro over, and garnish with lemon wedges. Serve with couscous.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.6, Fat 14.4, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 1149.5, Carbohydrate 56.5, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 11.1, Protein 34.5
MOROCCAN COUSCOUS AND LENTIL SALAD
Make and share this Moroccan Couscous and Lentil Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Wendys Kitchen
Categories Grains
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small saucepan simmer lentils in water to cover by 2 inches until tender but not falling apart, 15 to 20 minutes, and drain well.
- Transfer hot lentils to a bowl and stir in 1 tablespoon vinegar and salt and pepper to taste.
- Cool lentils completely, stirring occasionally.
- In a saucepan bring water to a boil and add couscous and salt.
- Remove pan from heat and let couscous stand, covered, 5 minutes.
- Fluff couscous with a fork and transfer to a large bowl. Stir in 1 tablespoon oil and cool completely, stirring occasionally.
- In a small bowl whisk together garlic paste, remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar, remaining 3 tablespoons oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir lentils and dressing into couscous. Chill salad, covered, at least 3 hours and up to 24.
- Just before serving, stir in remaining ingredients and season with salt and pepper.
MOROCCAN COUSCOUS AND CHICKPEA SALAD
Make and share this Moroccan Couscous and Chickpea Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by tina rose
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 25m
Yield 6 cups, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- place couscous and dried cherries in a med. bowl. add boiling water; immediately cover bowl with plastic wrap and let sit until water is completely absorbed, about 5 minutes.
- meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. add peppers and onions, sauteing until tender, about 5 minutes, and seasoning with cumin, ginger, cinnamon, salt and pepper as they cook. add to couscous, along with chickpeas and cilantro.
- whisk remaining 3 tablespoons of oil with vinegar and orange juice concentrate. pour over salad. toss to coat. cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
MOROCCAN SPICED PUMPKIN & COUSCOUS SALAD
A simple main or side dish from Australian Good Taste magazine. Go without the yoghurt to make it a vegan dish.
Provided by Rhiannon and Matt
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 200°C.
- Line a baking tray with non-stick baking paper.
- Combine the pumpkin, oil, cumin, coriander, cinnamon and ginger in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- Gently toss until pumpkin is coated in spice mixture.
- Place, in a single layer, on the lined tray. Bake in oven, turning occasionally, for 30 minutes or until golden brown and tender.
- Meanwhile, cook the broad beans in a saucepan of salted boiling water for 5 minutes or until bright green and heated through. Refresh under cold running water. Drain, then remove and discard skins.
- Bring the stock to the boil over high heat. Remove from heat and add the couscous while stirring with a fork. Cover with a lid and set aside for 5 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff with a fork to separate the grains. Transfer to a large bowl and add the pumpkin, broad beans, chickpeas, pine nuts, lemon juice and coriander and gently toss until well combined.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve with yoghurt, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 571.2, Fat 8.5, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 877, Carbohydrate 104.1, Fiber 14.2, Sugar 3.2, Protein 23.3
MOROCCAN CAULIFLOWER "COUSCOUS" SALAD
There's no time like springtime to fill up on farm-fresh greens and crisp vegetables. Take advantage of nature's peak season by eating easy dinner salads all week.
Provided by Mary Jenny
Categories Moroccan
Time 55m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat coconut oil in large skillet set over medium heat; cook Cauliettes, garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, salt, cinnamon and pepper for about 5 minutes or until well coated and Cauliettes start to soften. Stir in water; cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until no liquid remains and Cauliettes are tender. Stir in lemon juice. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Toss together cooled Cauliettes, chickpeas, red pepper, red onion, orange juice, apricots, almonds and 2 tbsp cilantro. Cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes or until chilled. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro, pomegranate seeds and mint.
MOROCCAN CAULIFLOWER "COUSCOUS" SALAD
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat coconut oil in large skillet set over medium heat; cook Cauliettes, garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, salt, cinnamon and pepper for about 5 minutes or until well coated and Cauliettes start to soften. Stir in water; cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until no liquid remains and Cauliettes are tender. Stir in lemon juice. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Toss together cooled Cauliettes, chickpeas, red pepper, red onion, orange juice, apricots, almonds and 2 tbsp cilantro. Cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes or until chilled. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro, pomegranate seeds and mint.
BETTY'S MOROCCAN ROASTED PUMPKIN & COUSCOUS SALAD
Couscous cooked in stock, paired with roasted sweet butternut pumpkin (squash), chick peas (garbanzo beans) and roasted pepitas (small green pumpkin seeds). This salad uses a Moroccan seasoning to add a bit of zing. Best made ahead of time - add the pepitas, olive oil and a generous squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before...
Provided by Betty Bramanis
Categories Other Salads
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Heat oven to 440oF/220C and line a baking tray with baking paper.
- 2. Place the pumpkin and onion in a bowl. Add the oil and Moroccan seasoning, toss with your hands to coat. Arrange on the tray in a single layer and bake for about 20-25 or until the pumpkin is golden and cooked.
- 3. Mean while, toast the pepitas in a small pan over a medium heat for a few minutes, being sure to shake the pan continuously - they will burn fast so keep an eye on them. Alternatively, purchase already toasted pepitas.
- 4. Place the couscous in a heat proof bowl. Add the vegetable stock to the boiling water and pour over the couscous. Cover with cling film and leave for 5 minutes.
- 5. Place the cooked couscous in a large salad serving bowl and add the roasted pumpkin (squash), onions, drained and rinsed chick peas (garbanzo beans). Stir well and cover. Refrigerate.
- 6. When you are just about to serve, add the pepitas, a lemon juice, extra olive oil and a cilantro (coriander).
MOROCCAN COUSCOUS SALAD
Couscous is a staple in Moroccan cuisine. This is a very simple couscous recipe which incorporates some fresh and light Moroccan flavors.
Provided by Sommer Clary
Categories Moroccan
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring chicken stock to a boil and stir in the couscous. Cover and remove from heat; allow to stand for 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the orange juice, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, thyme, onions, parsley and oranges. Fluff couscous with a fork and mix well with the other ingredients. Season with salt and pepper, if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 0.9, Sodium 61.8, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2.6, Protein 3.1
MOROCCAN COUSCOUS SALAD WITH BABY CORN
Make and share this Moroccan Couscous Salad with Baby Corn recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dancer
Categories Corn
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Boil couscous in six cups of water; cover, remove from heat, and let stand for 20 to 30 minutes; chill uncovered.
- For vinaigrette, place all items, except oil and baby corn, in food processor and drizzle in oil while blending.
- Or, finely chop ingredients by hand and blend with a wire whisk.
- Mix couscous, baby corn, vinaigrette, and all other ingredients; chill overnight.
- Can be served as a side dish or as a meal.
- Serve with fresh pita bread and lettuce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 823.1, Fat 38, SaturatedFat 5.4, Sodium 1003.4, Carbohydrate 99.2, Fiber 10.5, Sugar 5.4, Protein 17
MOROCCAN CHICKPEA & COUSCOUS SALAD RECIPE - (4/5)
Provided by á-114543
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix the couscous with the raisins in a bowl and pour over the boiling stock. Cover with a dish towel, plate or plastic wrap to seal in the steam and let sit for 5 minutes. Place the oil, lemon juice, garlic, spices, and salt in a jar with a screw-top lid and shake to mix. Fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains and stir through the red pepper, chickpeas and parsley. Pour over the dressing and toss together until well combined.
MOROCCAN COUSCOUS SALAD
Steps:
- TO PREPARE VINAIGRETTE In a small jar, combine all ingredients and shake until emulsified. TO PREPARE SALAD Cook couscous in 1.5 cups of boiling salted water, 6 - 8 minutes until al dente. Set aside , and when cool, combine with remaining ingredients. Toss with vinaigrette and serve at room temperature.
MOROCCAN COUSCOUS SALAD
Make and share this Moroccan Couscous Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by tbean1
Categories Southwest Asia (middle East)
Time 20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- 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.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.3, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 1.7, Sodium 222.3, Carbohydrate 65.7, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 11.9, Protein 10
MOROCCAN COUSCOUS SALAD
For an exotic combination of spices and fresh ingredients, try this fabulous recipe! It's such a delicious, colorful side dish... you'll love it!
Provided by Francine Lizotte
Categories Other Salads
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- 1. In medium saucepan over medium, heat 1 tbsp. oil. Add turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, cumin, cayenne pepper and dry couscous. Stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes, being careful not to burn the spices. Add stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer 5 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand about 5 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl and fluff with a fork. Set aside.
- 2. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 3 tbsp. oil, orange juice, brown sugar and pepper; whisk well and set aside. Add remaining veggies to couscous mixture. Stir until all ingredients are well mixed. Pour dressing over couscous mixture and stir until incorporated. Add cilantro and almonds. Transfer to refrigerator, covered, for a few hours before serving. Serve chilled.
- 3. Note: Add orange and yellow pepper if desired or some grated carrots. Keeps well for 4 days
- 4. To view this recipe on YouTube, click on this link >>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-DN2klqziM
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