Five-Spice Moroccan Coucous Salad Recipe

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Five-Spice Moroccan Coucous Salad
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Directions:

  1. Heat 1 tbs of the peanut oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, cumin, cayenne and couscous. Cook, stirring until fragrant, about 2 minutes, being careful not to burn. Stir in the stock and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to very low, cover and cook until all liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
  2. Transfer the couscous to a large serving bowl, using a fork to fluff it up. Set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 3 tbs of peanut oil, orange juice, brown sugar and salt to taste. Stir to blend well and set aside.
  4. The the couscous, add the chickpeas, onion, capsicum, dates and raisins, Add the dressing and toss gently to combine well. Garnish with coriander and peanuts.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 1168.28 Kcal (4891 kJ)
Calories from fat 181.8 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 20.2g 31%
Sodium 23506.36mg 979%
Potassium 583.16mg 12%
Total Carbs 206.82g 69%
Sugars 15.25g 61%
Dietary Fiber 6.35g 25%
Protein 18.09g 36%
Vitamin C 10.9mg 18%
Iron 3mg 17%
Calcium 101.9mg 10%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 297.65 Kcal (1246 kJ)
Calories from fat 46.32 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.15g 31%
Sodium 5988.8mg 979%
Potassium 148.57mg 12%
Total Carbs 52.69g 69%
Sugars 3.88g 61%
Dietary Fiber 1.62g 25%
Protein 4.61g 36%
Vitamin C 2.8mg 18%
Iron 0.8mg 17%
Calcium 26mg 10%

* 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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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 24.2
    Points
  • 29
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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