Honey Autumn Pearl Couscous Salad
Indulge in the flavors of autumn with our Honey Autumn Pearl Couscous Salad – a vibrant, hearty dish that captures the essence of the season. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or a nutritious lunch, this salad showcases a delightful combination of sweet honey, zesty citrus, and fresh vegetables. It features an array of textures from crunchy pecans and tender butternut squash to nutrient-rich kale. Not only is it a feast for the eyes with its colorful ingredients, but it’s also quick to prepare—ready in just 25 minutes! Enjoy it warm or cold and elevate your meals with this wholesome recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp crushed garlic
- 2 tbsp honey
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp orange juice
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp spicy brown or Dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup pecans (roughly chopped)
- 1 cup cooked pearl couscous (cooled)
- 1 cup chopped kale leaves (stems removed)
- 1 cup cooked butternut squash (cubed)
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, crushed garlic, honey, black pepper, lemon juice, orange juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, and spicy mustard until well combined.
- Cook pearl couscous according to package instructions; let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled couscous with chopped kale, cubed butternut squash, chopped pecans, dried cranberries, and sliced red onion.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg