Looking for a light and refreshing salad that tastes as fresh as springtime? Spring Couscous Salad brings you a deliciously vibrant dish that’s bursting with flavors and textures that’ll remind you of all that’s in bloom! It’s a delicious blend of fluffy couscous, juicy strawberries, and creamy avocado tossed in a zesty lime vinaigrette. Each bite is an explosion of sweet and tangy flavors that will awaken your tastebuds and satisfy your warmer weather cravings. With its stunning presentation and a perfect balance of sweet and savory, the Spring Couscous Salad is a fun and nourishing way to celebrate the return of all the blooms, greenery, and sunshine!
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 avocado, halved, seeded, peeled, and diced
- 1/2 cup corn kernels
- 1/2 cup strawberries, quartered
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts
For the lime vinaigrette:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- zest of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 teaspoons sugar
Directions
Step 1 –In a medium saucepan, cook the couscous according to the package instructions.
Step 2 –In a large bowl, combine the cooked couscous, the avocado, the corn, the strawberries, the cilantro, and the pine nuts. Stir in the lime vinaigrette.
Step 3 –Whisk the olive oil, the apple cider vinegar, the lime zest, the lime juice, and the sugar in a small bowl together.
Step 4 –Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Step 5 –Serve.