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Black Bean & Couscous Salad

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Total Time
35 min
Prep Time
15 min
Servings
7
Nutrition Facts

per serving

Calories: 242 

Fat: 7 g

Saturated Fat: 7 g

Sodium: 210 mg

Carbohydrate: 37 g

Added Sugar: 2 g

Dietary Fiber: 2 g

Protein: 9 g

Ingredients
  • 1 cup uncooked couscous 

  • 1 ¼ cups low-sodium chicken broth 

  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 

  • 2 tablespoons lime juice 

  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar 

  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin  

  • 8 green onions, chopped 

  • 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped 

  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro 

  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed 

  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, drained and rinsed 

Directions
  1. Wash hands with soap and water. 

  2. Bring broth to a boil in a 2-quart saucepan. Add couscous. Cover the pot and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. 

  1. Add green onions, red pepper, cilantro, corn and beans.  

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, vinegar, and cumin. Toss together. 

  1. Fluff the couscous with a fork, breaking up any chunks. Add to the vegetables and mix well.

Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to five days.