Moroccan-Spiced Chickpea and Carrot Couscous Salad
Experience the vibrant flavors of Moroccan cuisine with this refreshing Moroccan-Spiced Chickpea and Carrot Couscous Salad. Bursting with colors and nutrients, this dish combines fluffy couscous, protein-packed chickpeas, and sweet grated carrots, all seasoned with a delightful blend of spices. Perfect for a quick lunch or as a healthy side dish, this salad is not only delicious but also incredibly versatile. Serve it solo, pair it with grilled chicken, or use it as a filling in wraps.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup couscous
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 grated carrots
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas
- 1/2 finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook couscous by boiling vegetable broth in a saucepan. Stir in couscous and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- Combine fluffed couscous with grated carrots, chickpeas, red onion, raisins, and parsley in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and spices until combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Let the salad rest for about 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg