Lentil Couscous Salad Recipe

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Lentil Couscous Salad
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Directions:

  1. In a large saucepan, bring lentils and 4 cups water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 18-22 minutes or until lentils are tender. Drain; transfer to a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring remaining water to a boil. Stir in couscous. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5-10 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork; cool.
  3. Add the red pepper, corn, onions and couscous to lentils. In a small bowl, whisk the oil and vinegar. Whisk in the cilantro, jalapeno, hot pepper sauce, cumin, salt and pepper. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Yield: 5 servings.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 422.81 Kcal (1770 kJ)
Calories from fat 112.46 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12.5g 19%
Cholesterol 17.04mg 6%
Sodium 849.95mg 35%
Potassium 562.98mg 12%
Total Carbs 59.81g 20%
Sugars 6.61g 26%
Dietary Fiber 14.53g 58%
Protein 17.63g 35%
Vitamin C 39.3mg 65%
Iron 4.7mg 26%
Calcium 90.6mg 9%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 106.17 Kcal (445 kJ)
Calories from fat 28.24 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.14g 19%
Cholesterol 4.28mg 6%
Sodium 213.44mg 35%
Potassium 141.38mg 12%
Total Carbs 15.02g 20%
Sugars 1.66g 26%
Dietary Fiber 3.65g 58%
Protein 4.43g 35%
Vitamin C 9.9mg 65%
Iron 1.2mg 26%
Calcium 22.8mg 9%

* 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

  • 8.7
    Points
  • 10
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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