Description
Spring is a time for fresh flavors and vibrant dishes, and this Spring Couscous Salad perfectly embodies the spirit of the season. Featuring a delightful mix of tender pearl couscous, sweet peas, and aromatic herbs, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutritious ingredients. Tossed in a zesty garlic marinade, it brings a burst of flavor to any table, making it ideal for picnics, lunch gatherings, or as a light dinner option. With its quick preparation time and versatility as either a side or main dish, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and again. Enjoy the freshness of spring with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pearl couscous
- 1 cup English peas
- 1 cup arugula
- 1/2 small red onion
- 4 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 cup firmly packed parsley
- 1/2 cup firmly packed mint
- 1/2 cup roasted pistachios
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2–3 tsp za’atar
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- Sumac for serving
Instructions
- Blanch the English peas in boiling water for about 1.5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, cook pearl couscous with water and salt until absorbed (8-10 minutes). Fluff after resting.
- Combine red onion with lemon juice, zest, and salt in a mixing bowl.
- Add chopped arugula, cooked couscous, peas, herbs, and pistachios to the bowl.
- Prepare garlic oil by sautéing minced garlic in olive oil; stir in za’atar and cumin.
- Drizzle warm garlic marinade over salad; toss well and adjust seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Blanching, Cooking, Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg