Sweet Pearl Couscous Salad with Pear & Cranberries
Large pearl couscous, sometimes labeled Israeli couscous, has a hearty texture that works well in grain salads. Tossed with a very simple dressing, this sweet salad is surprisingly delicious. Sometimes the best things are the simplest.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup pearl couscous, whole wheat if you can find it
- 1 1/2 cups water
- pinch sea salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 Tbsp unrefined sugar, or maple syrup
- 1 pear, cored and diced
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries, or raisins
Instructions
- In a small pot, combine the couscous, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, turn the heat to low, and cover the pot. Simmer for about 10 minutes, until al dente.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, and sugar. Season to taste with salt and whisk again to combine.
- Add the pear, cucumber, cranberries, and cooked couscous. Toss to combine.
Nutrition
Calories: 328kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 90mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 9.9mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.2mg
