Lentil and Couscous Salad With Arugula - Whole Food

Name: Lentil and Couscous Salad With Arugula - Whole Foods
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup dried green lentil; 3 ¾ cups water, divided; ½ cup couscous; 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 cups packed baby arugula leaves (about 2 ounces); 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; ¼ cup prepared basil pesto; 1 ½ tablespoons red wine vinegar; ¼ teaspoon sea salt; ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Put lentils and 3 cups water into a small pot and bring to a boil.
2
Reduce heat, cover and simmer until tender but not falling apart, about 15 minutes.
3
Drain, rinse in cold water and drain again.
4
Meanwhile, bring remaining 3/4 cup water to a boil in a small pot then pour over couscous in a large, heatproof bowl, cover and set aside for 10 minutes.
5
Uncover, add oil and fluff with a fork.
6
Set aside to let cool, then add cooked lentils, arugula and tomatoes and toss gently to combine.
7
In a small bowl, whisk together pesto, vinegar, salt and pepper.
8
Just before serving, drizzle pesto mixture over salad and toss to coat.

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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: ¾ cup dried green lentil, 3 ¾ cups water, divided, ½ cup couscous, 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Lentil and Couscous Salad With Arugula - Whole Foods 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.

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Lentil and Couscous Salad With Arugula - Whole Foods

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