Bright, colorful and bursting with texture, this bejeweled couscous salad lives up to its name. Fluffy couscous is studded with sweet golden raisins, juicy pomegranate seeds, crunchy toasted pecans and fresh herbs, then tossed in a tangy maple Dijon vinaigrette that ties everything together. It’s a vibrant side dish—or light main—that shines on any table.
Bejeweled Couscous Salad
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Ingredients
- 2 cups couscous
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1/2 cup golden raisins
- 3 green onions diced
- 1 cup fresh pomegranate seeds
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 cup chopped toasted pecans
- Salt and pepper to taste
Maple Dijon vinaigrette
- 1 –2 Tbsp. pure maple syrup
- 1-1/2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1-2 Tbsp. white vinegar
- Hot sauce to taste
- 1-2 Tbsp. olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
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