Couscous and Chicken Fruit Salad Recipe

Name: Couscous and Chicken Fruit Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 15 14 ounces tropical fruit salad; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; ¼ teaspoon grated gingerroot; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 cup uncooked couscous; 10 ounces white chicken meat, drained (or leftover chicken); ½ cup diced mango; ½ cup halved red seedless grapes; 12 large fresh spinach leaves; 2 tablespoons toasted coconut, if desired

Servings: persons

1
Drain liquid from fruit salad and reserve.
2
In small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup reserved fruit juices, cornstarch, gingerroot and vinegar; blend well with wire whisk.
3
Cook over medium heat until thick and bubbly, stirring constantly.
4
Refrigerate to cool slightly.
5
Add water to the remaining fruit juices to make 1-1/2 cups; place in medium saucepan.
6
Bring to boil over medium heat.
7
STir in couscous.
8
Cover; remove from heat.
9
Let stand 5 minutes.
10
Refrigerate 10-15 minutes to cool slightly.
11
Meanwhile, in large bowl, combine fruit salad, chicken, mango and grapes.
12
Add slightly cooled dressing; toss gently to coat.
13
Line serving platter with spinach leaves.
14
Spoon cooled couscous evenly over spinach.
15
Top with fruit and chicken mixture.
16
Sprinkle with coconut, if using.

222

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 15 14 ounces tropical fruit salad, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, ¼ teaspoon grated gingerroot, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, and more.

Yes, Couscous and Chicken Fruit Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Couscous and Chicken Fruit Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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