Mandarin Couscous Salad Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Mandarin Couscous Salad is a light and refreshing salad that combines fluffy couscous with juicy mandarin oranges, crunchy almonds, and fresh herbs. The citrusy dressing adds a tangy and zesty flavor to the salad. This salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a side dish for grilled meats or seafood.

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Ingredients for Mandarin Couscous Salad Recipe

  • 0.14 cup Couscous
  • 0.14 can Mandarin Oranges, Drained
  • 0.07 cup Sliced Almonds
  • 0.29 Green Onions, Sliced
  • 1/25 cup Fresh Herbs, Chopped
  • 0.29 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 0.29 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 0.14 tablespoon Honey
  • 0.07 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/25 teaspoon Black Pepper

Directions: Mandarin Couscous Salad Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Cook the couscous according to the package instructions and let it cool.
  • STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine the cooked couscous, mandarin oranges, sliced almonds, green onions, and fresh herbs.
  • STEP 3.In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  • STEP 4.Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  • STEP 5.Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
  • STEP 6.Serve and enjoy!

Storage and Serving

  • This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • You can add other ingredients like feta cheese or dried cranberries for extra flavor.
  • Serve the salad as a light lunch or as a side dish for grilled meats or seafood.
Nutrition
value
130
calories per serving
11 g Fat4 g Protein4 g Carbs3 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    11g
  • Protein
    4g
  • Carbs
    4g
  • Fiber
    3g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    4g
  • Protein
    4g
  • Fiber
    3g

Fats

  • Fat
    11g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    34mg
  • Iron
    1mg
  • Vitamin A
    76mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    21mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    10mg
  • Vitamin E
    3mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    48mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    64mg
  • Selenium
    1mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp