Beet Couscous Salad

Looking for a fresh and yummy salad recipe perfect for meal prep and that's easy to make? Here is what you need to try this beet couscous salad! It is vibrant, healthy and full of Mediterranean flavor, plus you can make it in under 15 min. 100% vegan and highly customizable!

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: Appetizer, grain, Lunch

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Keyword: beet salad, healthy salad

Servings:

Calories: 153kcal

Author: Jessica Laroche

Equipment

Small pot
Mixing bowls and spoons

Ingredients

¾ cup dry couscous
¾ cup water
8-10 oz cooked beets diced, I used 8.8 oz cooked organic beets from the brand Love Beets (see notes)
1 cup cucumber cubed
¼ cup slivered or chopped almonds
2 tbsp fresh dill or basil or parsley finely chopped

Simple healthy dressing

2 tbsp lemon juice or white wine vinegar
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tbsp maple syrup
1 small clove of garlic crushed
½ tsp salt or to taste

Instructions

Bring the ¾ cup of water to a boil in a small pot covered, then add the couscous, cover again and turn off the heat. Let it sit until ready to use.
Meanwhile, whisk together the dressing ingredients (olive oil, lemon juice or vinegar, maple syrup, garlic and salt). Taste and adjust flavor to your liking.
Use a fork to fluff the couscous, then transfer to a mixing bowl. Add the diced beets, cucumber, fresh herbs and almonds. Pour the dressing over and stir. Serve right away or store in the fridge for later.

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Notes

Using vacuum-sealed packed cooked beets truly makes this recipe a breeze! Couscous cooks so fast and the dressing is so simple, you can make this salad in under 15 minutes!
If using fresh beets, then bake them in the oven at 400ºF for 50-60 minutes, depending on their size. I like to first wrap the cleaned and unpeeled beets in foil, then when done and cooled down enough to handle, scrub their surface with your hands/fingers under running cold water to easily remove their peels (wear gloves if necessary to avoid stains).
For a bright pink couscous, make sure to add the juice from the beets!
This salad is great warm or cold!
Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.

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