Black Bean and Couscous Salad – A Light, Healthy, and Protein-Rich
Black Bean and Couscous Salad is a light and healthy dish made with fluffy couscous and black beans.It features fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing.The salad is quick and easy to prepare.It is rich in fiber and protein.Perfect for lunch or side dishes.It is refreshing and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup hot water or vegetable broth
- 1 cup cooked black beans (or canned, drained)
- 1 cucumber (chopped)
- 1 tomato (chopped)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 1 bell pepper (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
Instructions
- Place couscous in a bowl.
- Pour hot water or broth over couscous.
- Cover and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Fluff couscous with a fork.
- Add black beans to the couscous.
- Add chopped cucumber and tomato.
- Add onion and bell pepper.
- Mix olive oil and lemon juice.
- Add salt, pepper, and cumin.
- Pour dressing over salad.
- Toss gently.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use warm water for soft couscous.
- Drain beans well before adding.
- Fresh vegetables improve flavour.
- Chill before serving for best taste.
- Store refrigerated up to 3 days.
- Stir before serving.
- Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Add extra lemon if desired.