CUCUMBER COUSCOUS SALAD

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Crisp kirby cucumbers will stay firm and crunchy when mixed in this salad with couscous.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup couscous
2 tablespoons minced shallot
1/3 cup golden raisins
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 can (15.5 ounce) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 Kirby cucumber, cut into 1/4-inch pieces

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring 3/4 cup water, salt, and pepper to a boil. Stir in couscous, shallot, and raisins; remove from heat. Cover; let stand until couscous has absorbed water and is tender, 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice and olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Add chickpeas, couscous mixture, and cucumber; toss to combine. Refrigerate in a covered container until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 13 g

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