Citrus-Infused Couscous Salad with Black Beans and Roasted Garlic

Recipe Collection: Salads

Citrus-Infused Couscous Salad with Black Beans and Roasted Garlic elevates your meal with a vibrant fusion of Yucatecan and Middle Eastern flavors. This vegetarian dish features fluffy couscous paired with hearty black beans, sweet corn, and aromatic roasted garlic, all drizzled with a refreshing lime dressing. Perfect as a light main course or a colorful side, this salad bursts with fresh, bold flavors.

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Overview

This vibrant and flavorful couscous salad draws inspiration from the rich culinary traditions of the Yucatan, infused with Middle Eastern influences. The dish combines fluffy couscous with hearty black beans, sweet corn, and a zesty lime dressing, all elevated by the aromatic touch of roasted garlic. Perfect as a light main course or a delightful side dish, this salad is a celebration of fresh, bold flavors.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

None

Cuisine

Fusion (Yucatecan-Middle Eastern)

Serving Size: 4

Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Cup couscous
• 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) cumin, ground
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1.25 Cups boiling water
• 1 Whole garlic clove, roasted
• 15 Ounces (oz) black beans, drained
• 1 Cup corn, drained
• 0.5 Cup red onion, minced
• 0.25 Cup cilantro, torn
• 1 Whole jalapeño pepper, minced
• 3 Tablespoons (tbsp) olive oil
• 1 Pinch lime juice, to taste

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the couscous, ground cumin, and a pinch of salt. Pour the boiling water over the mixture, cover with plastic wrap, and let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the couscous to absorb the liquid and become tender.
2. While the couscous is resting, heat a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add the unpeeled garlic clove and toast it until the skin turns golden brown. Remove from heat, peel, and mince the garlic.
3. Fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains. Stir in the minced roasted garlic, black beans, corn, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño pepper.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and a pinch of lime juice. Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss gently to combine.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if desired. Serve the salad warm or allow it to cool to room temperature before serving. Enjoy this zesty and refreshing dish as a main course or a side.

Enjoy your homemade Citrus-Infused Couscous Salad with Black Beans and Roasted Garlic!