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Spicy Chorizo Couscous Salad

Quick Mediterranean salad featuring couscous, spicy chorizo, sautéed peppers, and fresh herbs combined with a zesty lemon dressing.

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Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1092.5 kcals 2185 kcals
Carbohydrates 102.4 grams 204.8 grams
Fat 59.2 grams 118.4 grams
Protein 41.3 grams 82.5 grams
Cook Time
5 mins
Produces
2 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Fruits
0.5
piece
Lemon Juice
juice only
GrainsCereals
250
g
Couscous
null
Liquids
300
ml
Vegetable Stock
hot
Meat
150
g
Chorizo
chopped
NutsSeeds
1
clove
Garlic
chopped
1
handful
Parsley
chopped
1
handful
Basil
chopped
1
handful
Mint
chopped
1
to taste
Salt
null
1
to taste
Black Pepper
freshly ground
OilsFats
2
tbsp
Olive Oil
null
Vegetables
1
piece
Yellow Pepper
chopped
1
piece
Purple Pepper
chopped; substitute red pepper if unavailable
1
piece
Tomato
chopped
1
handful
Olives
chopped

Steps

  • Place the couscous in a large bowl and cover with 300ml hot vegetable stock.
  • Seal the bowl with cling film and let it sit for four minutes.
  • Fry the chorizo, peppers, and garlic in a pan over medium heat for three minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato, herbs, olives, lemon juice, and olive oil and cook for two minutes.
  • Combine the chorizo mixture with the prepared couscous in a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer the salad to a serving bowl to serve.