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Dried Cherry Couscous Salad Recipe

Dried Cherry Couscous Salad Recipe

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Ingredients:

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3 cups chicken broth or 3 cups water
2 cups couscous
2 cups dried tart cherries
2 cups carrots, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 cups cucumbers, chopped
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp dijon mustard
salt and pepper , to taste
toasted slivered almonds, for garnish (optional)

Directions:

Bring broth or water to a boil in a medium saucepan; stir in couscous.
Cover and remove from heat.
Let stand for 5 minutes.
Uncover and stir with a fork until all grains are fluffy.
Let cool for 10 minutes.
In a large bowl, combine cooked couscous, dried cherries, carrots, and cucumber.
In a small bowl, combine vinegar, olive oil, and mustard, mix well.
Pour over couscous mixture and toss to coat.
Season with salt and pepper if desired.
Garnish with toasted almonds.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	89.35 Kcal (374 kJ)
Calories from fat	17.5 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	1.94g	3%
Sodium	133.32mg	6%
Potassium	120.47mg	3%
Total Carbs	15.13g	5%
Sugars	3.05g	12%
Dietary Fiber	1.36g	5%
Protein	2.32g	5%
Vitamin C	3.4mg	6%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	4%
Iron	0.4mg	2%
Calcium	14.3mg	1%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	97.74 Kcal (409 kJ)
Calories from fat	19.14 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	2.13g	3%
Sodium	145.84mg	6%
Potassium	131.78mg	3%
Total Carbs	16.55g	5%
Sugars	3.34g	12%
Dietary Fiber	1.49g	5%
Protein	2.53g	5%
Vitamin C	3.7mg	6%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	4%
Iron	0.5mg	2%
Calcium	15.6mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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