Pearl Couscous & Kale Salad
This simple bowl salad is both healthy and delicious, boasting a vibrant mix of wholesome ingredients. The warm pearl couscous serves as a hearty base, providing complex carbohydrates and a satisfying texture. The massaged kale offers a nutrient-rich boost with vitamins and minerals, while cherry tomatoes and bell pepper add freshness and flavor. Chickpeas contribute plant-based protein and fiber, while red onion and raisins offer a sweet and savory balance. Topped with nutrient-packed hemp and pumpkin seeds, this dish is not only flavorful but also packed with essential nutrients to fuel your day.
- pearl couscous – my favorite
- kale – any kind
- cherry tomatoes
- chickpeas
- bell pepper – any color
- red onion
- raisins
- hemp seeds – complete protein
- pumpkin seeds – complete protein
This salad keeps in the fridge for at least a day. Perfect for a next day lunch at work!
Kale & Couscous Bowl
This 52 grams of protein salad is made with delicious massaged kale, warm couscous, crunchy veggies and a delicious creamy tahini dressing!
Ingredients
- 1 cup pearl couscous dry
- 4 cups kale stems removed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 15 oz can chickpeas rinsed and drained
- 1 bell pepper any color
- 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1 tbsp hemp seeds
- 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds
Tahini Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp dijon
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring 1.5 cup of water to boil. Rinse couscous and add to boiling water. Put heat down and let simmer about 10 minutes.
- Massage clean kale for 3-4 minutes with a dash of olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
- Layer salad with all the ingredients. Add part of the dressing and keep the rest for another salad!
Nutrition
Calories: 511kcalCarbohydrates: 59gProtein: 13gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.003gSodium: 243mgPotassium: 679mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 7840IUVitamin C: 112mgCalcium: 236mgIron: 4mg
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