Israeli Couscous Salad With Smoked Paprika Recipe 485

ISRAELI COUSCOUS WITH APPLES, CRANBERRIES AND HERBS

Steps:

• For the couscous: In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil on medium-high heat. Add the couscous and cook, stirring occasionally until slightly browned and aromatic, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Simmer for 10 to12 minutes or until the liquid has evaporated. Transfer the cooked couscous to a large bowl and set aside to cool. Add the parsley, rosemary, thyme, apple, dried cranberries, and almonds.
• For the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Whisk in the olive oil until smooth. Pour the vinaigrette over the couscous and toss to coat evenly.

ISRAELI COUSCOUS SALAD WITH SMOKED PAPRIKA RECIPE - (4.8/5)

Steps:

• Dressing Whisk the oil, vinegar, paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl until smooth. Couscous Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large saucepan. Cook the couscous, stirring frequently, until golden, 4 to 5 minutes. Add 2 cups water and the salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until the couscous is just tender and the liquid is absorbed, 9 to 10 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly. Mix together the spinach, tomatoes, tofu feta, peppers, parsley, almonds and mint in a large bowl. Add the couscous and the dressing. Toss until all the ingredients are coated. Transfer to a large serving bowl and serve.

FALL ISRAELI COUSCOUS SALAD

Steps:

• Place the kale leaves in a large mixing bowl. Add just the slightest blop of oil to the bowl (seriously, a 1/2-second pour is all you need), along with a big squeeze from a lemon or lime half. Use your fingertips to massage the oil into the kale (see notes). After a few minutes, the kale will become silky and bright green. Add the spinach and herbs, tossing to mix. Sprinkle a big pinch of salt over the greens, and set aside.
• Over medium heat, warm the olive oil in a saute pan or skillet - you'll need a lid or a cover (such as foil). Add the potatoes cubes and stir to coat with the oil. Cover, and let the potatoes brown/steam in the pan, undisturbed, for 5 minutes. Stir to redistribute the potatoes, and re-cover, letting the potatoes cook for several minutes. Repeat until the potatoes are fork tender, and golden/lightly browned on most sides, 15 to 20 minutes total. Remove from heat, and transfer temporarily to a bowl, to cool.
• Note that you can prepare the pasta at the same time as the potatoes, and let them cool together.
• Add 2 tablespoons of the vegetable broth to a 2 quart pot and heat over medium-high. When the broth begins to simmer, add the spices, plus 1/2 teaspoon salt, to the liquids, and stir to create a fragrant paste. Add the remaining broth, and bring to a boil.
• Add the fregola or Israeli couscous to the pot, and cook according to package directions. Check the pasta near the end of cooking; if all of the liquids have been absorbed before the end of the cooking time, add another tablespoon or two of water, and let that absorb. Remove from the heat, and let cool.
• Add the chopped raw vegetables to the bowl of greens, along with the cooled sweet potatoes, spiced pasta, and the chickpeas. Toss well.
• To serve, feel free to drizzle your favorite extra virgin olive oil over the salad, along with a big squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkling of salt. Or, use your favorite vinaigrette. (I wouldn't recommend a heavy, creamy salad dressing, but that's just personal preference, of course.)
• Salad will keep very well in the fridge for 3 days.

ISRAELI COUSCOUS SALAD

Steps:

• Bring 1 1/4 cups water to a boil in a medium (2-quart) saucepan. Add the couscous, return to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to a simmer. Let cook until the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
• In the bottom of a large bowl, whisk together the lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Taste and add additional seasoning as desired. While the couscous is still warm, add it to the bowl and toss to coat. Place in the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes to allow the couscous to cool.
• When ready to serve, add the remaining ingredients: arugula, cucumber, tomatoes, feta, and mint. Toss to combine. Serve cold or at room temperature.

ISRAELI COUSCOUS SALAD WITH SMOKED PAPRIKA

Steps:

• For the dressing: Whisk the oil, vinegar, paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
• For the couscous: Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large saucepan. Cook the couscous, stirring frequently, until golden, 4 to 5 minutes. Add 2 cups water and the salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until the couscous is just tender and the liquid is absorbed, 9 to 10 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
• Mix together the spinach, tomatoes, cheese, peppers, parsley, almonds and mint in a large bowl. Add the couscous and the dressing. Toss until all the ingredients are coated. Transfer to a large serving bowl and serve.