Cranberry couscous salad

A wonderful balance of textures and sweet and savory flavors come together in this quick and easy crowd-pleasing dish, perfect for potlucks, parties or quick weeknight meals.

Try not to eat it all in one day--it's hard! This fluffy and light side dish is closer to a salad, even though I serve it warm. The toasted pine nuts and tangy-sweet cranberries play nicely against the backdrop of the couscous. Grated Parmesan, crumbled Queso Fresco cheese, parsley, chives, AND the honey white balsamic vinaigrette add extra happy flavors... it's insanely delicious and fast to make, and I can't think of one reason not to make it.Notes: Garlic-infused olive oil and…

A vibrant entrée salad that can be made ahead is just what you need for your grab n' go case. This one holds its own just as it is, but you could easily add some grilled protein as an option.

Delicious light and fluffy couscous with the sweetness of cranberries and the nutty crunch of almonds. The hint of lemon gives this side a wonderful fresh flavour.

An easy to make cold couscous salad with roasted sweet potatoes apples, and more tossed in a Maple Cider Vinaigrette dressing.

Fruity, nutty, fresh, and delicious Cranberry Couscous Salad is a delightfully different side dish that’s easy to make and pairs well with pork, chicken or turkey.

This plant based salad was inspired by my love for the Whole Foods Cranberry Couscous Salad which if you haven't tried it, it's absolutely delicious! I may be biased, but my take on the Cranberry Couscous Salad is even better, and filled with better-for-you ingredients meant to keep you satiated. It’s the perfect side dish to any BBQ or social gathering - and it can also be easily adapted into a main course or used for meal prep! Try this salad and you'll fall in love with its flavorful…

I got this delicious recipe from a co-worker after she brought it to a potluck. It was definitely one of the hits of the day! Originally from Southern Living. Update Dec '09: I've now made this multiple times since originally posting; it is one of my absolute favorites for a potluck! I usually double it but find that if you cook double the amount of couscous at once, it can get gummy, so I cook it in two separate batches (cook one then use the same pot to do the next), then add the rest of…

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