The recipe South of the Border Couscous Salad

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South of the Border Couscous Salad recipe is a Mexican Salad meal that takes 40 minutes to make. If you enjoy Mexican for Salad, you will like South of the Border Couscous Salad!

South of the Border Couscous Salad

South of the Border Couscous Salad Recipe
South of the Border Couscous Salad

This is a one-dish-meal: a couscous-based salad with black beans and corn, seasoned with cumin, cilantro, and lime for a Tex-Mex flair. Jalapenos are optional as is the chicken if your vegetarian. It's also good with shrimp or tofu. Times are approximate.

What Course Is South of the Border Couscous Salad?

South of the Border Couscous Salad is for Salad.


How Long Does South of the Border Couscous Salad Recipe Take To Prepare?

South of the Border Couscous Salad takes 10 minutes to prepare.


How Long Does South of the Border Couscous Salad Recipe Take To Cook?

South of the Border Couscous Salad takes 40 minutes to cook.


How Many Servings Does South of the Border Couscous Salad Recipe Make?

South of the Border Couscous Salad makes 5 servings.


What Are The Ingredients For South of the Border Couscous Salad Recipe?

The ingredients for South of the Border Couscous Salad are:

1 1/2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup whole wheat couscous, uncooked
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen corn kernels or fresh corn kernels
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons garlic-flavored olive oil
1/2 a cucumber seeded and diced
1 large tomato seeded and diced
1 red bell pepper diced


How Do I Make South of the Border Couscous Salad?

Here is how you make South of the Border Couscous Salad:

1. In medium saucepan, combine water, cumin, and salt. Bring to boil. 2. Add in couscous. Stir. Return to a boil. Remove from heat, cover, and allow to stand for 5-10 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed. 3. Transfer to medium bowl. Fluff with fork and allow to cool to room temperature. 4. Fold into the couscous: the beans, corn, onion, cilantro, and jalapeno (if using). 5. Add in the lime juice and oil. Test for seasoning, adding salt, pepper, and additional lime juice as desired.Number of Servings: 5Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user LYWELLAN.


What's The Nutritional Info For South of the Border Couscous Salad?

The nutritional information for South of the Border Couscous Salad is:

  • Servings Per Recipe: 5
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 352.0
  • Total Fat: 5.2 g
  • Cholesterol: 46.4 mg
  • Sodium: 530.4 mg
  • Total Carbs: 49.7 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 7.8 g
  • Protein: 29.2 g

What Type Of Cuisine Is South of the Border Couscous Salad?

South of the Border Couscous Salad is Mexican cuisine.


What Dietary Needs Does South of the Border Couscous Salad Meet?

The dietary needs meet for South of the Border Couscous Salad is Low Fat


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