Easy Pearl Couscous Salad
This salad is both easy and delish, however, in all transparency there are no guarantees that it will be an instant hit for most toddlers. BUT don't let that stop you from making it for your fam to enjoy and for your kiddos to explore and learn to love! Source: Instagram/ itsthecardamom
- Suitable from
- Finger foods (BLW)
- Total time
- 20min
- Makes
- 4servings
- Iron
- 0.7mg
Easy to prepare
undefined min prep
adjustable below
per serving
Common allergens
WheatIntroduce one at a time.
Ingredients
- Parsley1 small bunch
- Fresh mint1 small bunch
- Raisins1/2 cup
- Cucumber100 g
- Onions1/2 pc
- Cherry tomatoes8 oz
- Lemon juice2 Tbsp
- Olive oil2-3 Tbsp
- Salt1 g
- Spices, black pepper1 g
- Couscous8 oz
Steps
Sauté the onions in a shallow pan with oil
After 1-2 minutes add the dry couscous to the pan and toast it for about 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until it becomes a golden brown
Go on to prepare the couscous following the instructions on the box
While your couscous is cooking, chop your veggies and herbs
Once the couscous is done, fluff it with a fork and allow it to cool
Once cooled, mix in the veggies, herbs, and raisins until everything is well combined
Add in the olive oil, lemon juice, and salt & pepper to taste
Once the flavors make you smile then you'll know it's ready to serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
Per serving, calculated from USDA data for the ingredients above.
- Calories
- 96kcal
- Protein
- 2.1g
- Fat
- 2.6g
- Carbs
- 16.5g
- Carbs67%
- Protein9%
- Fat24%
Good source of Vitamin K
Ingredient health benefits
General associations for these ingredients, not claims about this recipe.
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Nutrition Facts
Estimated · 4 servings per recipe
Amount per serving
Calories
96
% Daily Value*
Estimated from USDA ingredient data. %DV uses the adult 2,000-calorie reference — children’s needs differ.