Moroccan Salad My Way

Elevate your salad game with "Moroccan Salad My Way," a vibrant medley of textures and flavors inspired by the rich culinary traditions of North Africa. This easy-to-make recipe features fluffy couscous infused with the warm spices of cumin and cinnamon, paired with crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a zesty citrus dressing made with fresh orange and lemon juices. Sweet raisins and crunchy toasted almonds add a delightful contrast, while fresh parsley and cilantro bring herbal freshness to every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this refreshing and wholesome dish is perfect as a light meal or a colorful side for grilled meats or roasted vegetables. Discover how simplicity meets bold flavors in this modern twist on Moroccan-inspired cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1.25 cups boiling water
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoons ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 medium (diced) cucumber
• 1 cup (halved) cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium (finely chopped) red onion
• 0.5 cup (chopped) fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup (chopped) fresh cilantro
• 0.5 cup raisins
• 0.5 cup (toasted) slivered almonds
• 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoons honey

Directions

Step 1

In a heatproof bowl, place the couscous and add 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Stir to combine.

Step 2

Pour the boiling water over the couscous, cover the bowl with a plate or lid, and let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb the liquid.

Step 3

Meanwhile, prepare the vegetables: dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely chop the red onion, parsley, and cilantro.

Step 4

Fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains. Let it cool slightly.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, black pepper, fresh orange juice, fresh lemon juice, and honey to create the dressing.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the couscous, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, cilantro, raisins, and toasted almonds.

Step 7

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine and coat all ingredients evenly.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or citrus juice as desired.

Step 9

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Serve the Moroccan Salad My Way as a standalone dish or as a side to your favorite protein.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1194.5 grams (1194.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1337

Total Fat 77.60g	99%
Saturated Fat 9.20g	46%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2727mg	119%
Total Carbohydrate 151.00g	55%
Dietary Fiber 19.40g	69%
Total Sugars 75.20g
Protein 28.50g	57%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 365mg	28%
Iron 10mg	55%
Potassium 2398mg	51%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.3%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 42.6%