Ina Garten Curried Couscous Salad

Ina Garten’s Curried Couscous Salad is one of the best and easiest-to-make salad recipes ever. This Israeli curry couscous salad is made with couscous, curry, turmeric, raisins, some vegetables like carrots and red onions, and a blend of spices including white wine vinegar and ground black pepper.

To make this curried couscous spicy, simply add about a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder to taste. Feel free to leave feedback about this healthy, beautiful yellow couscous salad.

Curried Couscous Salad Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups couscous
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 1/2 cups boiling water
• 1/4 cup plain yogurt
• 1/4 cup good olive oil
• 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup small-diced carrots
• 1/2 cup minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 1/2 cup dried currants or raisins
• 1/4 cup blanched, sliced almonds
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts)
• 1/4 cup small-diced red onion

How To Make Curried Couscous Salad

1. Prepare the Couscous: Put the couscous in a bowl. Melt butter in hot water and pour it over the couscous. Cover it and let it sit for 5 minutes. Then, use a fork to make it fluffy.
2. Make the Dressing: In a bowl, mix yogurt, olive oil, vinegar, curry, turmeric, salt, and pepper together.
3. Combine The Salad: Pour the dressing over the fluffed couscous, and mix well with a fork. Add the carrots, parsley, currants, almonds, scallions, and red onions, mix well, and season to taste.
4. Serve: Serve the curried couscous at room temperature.

What To Serve With Curried Couscous Salad

This Curried Couscous Salad goes well as a side with Chicken Liver Pasta, roasted vegetables, fish, or lamb. It also can go as a main dish with Salmon Cakes or Italian Wedding Soup. Curried Couscous Salad should be served at room temperature or cold.

How Long Does Curried Couscous Salad Last In The Fridge 

Properly stored Curried Couscous Salad can last in the fridge for about 3 to 5 days; simply cover it with plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container, then place it in the fridge. You can also make it a day ahead, then serve it cold.

Can You Freeze Curried Couscous Salad 

Yes, you can freeze Curried Couscous Salad for up to 2 months. Simply cool it to room temperature, place it in a freezer-safe container, then place it in the freezer. 

To thaw, transfer it to the refrigerator for several hours or overnight.

Curried Couscous Salad Nutirition Facts

Serving Size: 1 of 6 servings

• Calories: 347
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Carbohydrates: 47 g
• Dietary Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Protein: 8 g

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