South of the Border Couscous Salad (Vegan) Recipe

Name: South of the Border Couscous Salad (Vegan)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups water; ½ teaspoon cumin; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 cup whole wheat couscous, uncooked; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 cup frozen corn kernels or 1 cup fresh corn kernels; ½ cup red onion, chopped; ¼ cup cilantro, chopped; 1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced (optional); 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons garlic-flavored olive oil

Servings: persons

1 ½ cups water
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup whole wheat couscous, uncooked
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen corn kernels or 1 cup fresh corn kernels
½ cup red onion, chopped
¼ cup cilantro, chopped
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced (optional)
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons garlic-flavored olive oil

1
In medium saucepan, combine water, cumin, and salt.
2
Bring to boil.
3
Add in couscous.
4
Stir.
5
Return to a boil.
6
Remove from heat, cover, and allow to stand for 5-10 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
7
Transfer to medium bowl.
8
Fluff with fork and allow to cool to room temperature.
9
Fold into the couscous: the beans, corn, onion, cilantro, and jalapeno (if using).
10
Add in the lime juice and oil.
11
Test for seasoning, adding salt, pepper, and additional lime juice as desired.

177

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ½ cups water, ½ teaspoon cumin, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 cup whole wheat couscous, uncooked, and more.

Yes, South of the Border Couscous Salad (Vegan) 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!

South of the Border Couscous Salad (Vegan)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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