Pearl Couscous & Kale Salad

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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.

ingredients for couscous salad. kale, pepper, tomatoes, chickpea s nd onions

  • 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!

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Kale & Couscous Bowl

Melissa Champagne
This 52 grams of protein salad is made with delicious massaged kale, warm couscous, crunchy veggies and a delicious creamy tahini dressing!
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
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Total Time 22 minutes
Course Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4
Calories 511 kcal

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
Keyword bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, couscous, kale, raisins, red onion
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