Esta salada de cuscuz é uma combinação surpreendente e vibrante de sabores e texturas. A base neutra do cuscuz serve de tela para uma mistura ousada de doce, ácido, picante e crocante, tornando-a um acompanhamento versátil ou uma refeição leve por si só. É um prato que prova como ingredientes simples podem criar algo verdadeiramente memorável e delicioso.

Ingredientes

  • Cozinhe e refrigere 1 caixa de cuscuz simples (o tipo de 5 minutos).
  • Pique uma Granny Smith Apple em pedaços pequenos.
  • Pique 1/4 bando de coentro fresco (cerca de 1/2 – 1 xícara picada).
  • 1/2 xícara de nozes picadas.
  • 1 xícara de cranberries secas.
  • 1-2 colheres de sopa de curry em pó (dependendo do seu gosto por coisas picantes).
  • 1 xícara de iogurte grego, iogurte natural ou leitelho (com base na disponibilidade).

Preparação

  1. Misture todos os ingredientes secos juntos.
  2. Adicione 1 xícara de iogurte grego, iogurte natural ou soro de leite coalhado. (A salada está muito seca sem ela).
  3. É uma salada saborosa porque o doce / azedo das maçãs e cranberries combina bem com o salgado / picante do curry, nozes e coentro. O cuscuz é uma boa base de amido para tudo, e o iogurte ou leitelho é um bom elemento cremoso.

For our friends around the world, here is a taste of this flavour-packed salad.

Couscous Salad

This couscous salad is a delightful medley of contrasting flavours and textures that come together to create a dish that is both refreshing and satisfying. It’s a creative and modern take on a pantry staple, blending sweet, tart, and spicy notes into a single, harmonious bowl. Perfect as a vibrant side dish for a barbecue or potluck, it’s also substantial enough to be enjoyed as a light lunch on its own.

The magic of this salad lies in its balance. The crisp, tart Granny Smith apple and the sweet, chewy dried cranberries are beautifully offset by the earthy walnuts and the warm, aromatic spice of the curry powder. Fresh coriander adds a burst of herbaceous brightness, while the creamy yoghurt dressing ties everything together, ensuring every bite is packed with flavour.

This recipe is wonderfully adaptable. You can easily swap the walnuts for pecans or almonds, or add other vegetables like chopped celery or red onion for extra crunch. It’s a fantastic make-ahead dish, as the flavours tend to meld and deepen over time, making it even more delicious after a few hours in the fridge.

Ingredients

  • 1 box of plain couscous (the 5-minute type), cooked and chilled
  • 1 Granny Smith apple, chopped into small pieces
  • 1/4 bunch of fresh coriander, chopped (about 1/2 – 1 cup)
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1-2 tbsp curry powder (depending on how spicy you like it)
  • 1 cup Greek yoghurt, plain yoghurt, or buttermilk (based on availability)

Method

  1. In a large bowl, mix all the dry ingredients together.
  2. Stir in 1 cup of Greek yoghurt, plain yoghurt, or buttermilk to bind everything together. (The salad is quite dry without it).
  3. Serve chilled and enjoy the delicious combination of flavours.