This Cranberry Couscous Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish, perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings. With a mix of fluffy couscous, tart cranberries, and crunchy almonds, it offers a wonderful balance of flavors and textures.
This recipe is simple to prepare and can be made ahead of time, making it an ideal Thanksgiving recipe to complement your holiday feast.
Easy Cranberry Couscous Salad Recipe
This salad features fluffy couscous combined with dried cranberries, sliced almonds, and fresh herbs, all tossed in a light vinaigrette. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 1/4 cups boiling water
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Couscous: In a bowl, combine the couscous and boiling water. Cover and let it sit for about 5 minutes until the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the fluffed couscous, dried cranberries, toasted almonds, parsley, and green onions.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
- Chill and Serve: Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 servings
- Calories: 210kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
