Appetizer for 6
Pearl Couscous Salad
Roasted squash, pearl couscous, chickpeas, vegetables, feta, and parsley come together with a tangy tahini dressing.
$7.08for 4 servings
$1.77 per serving$7.08 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.
Photo: immigrantstable.com
- 70 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 6servings as written
- $typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Winter squash (butternut, spaghetti)$1.29/lb typical | 2 lb | $2.58Typical price |
| Carrots$1.09/lb typical | 0.3 lb | $0.34Typical price |
| Quinoa, couscous, barley$0.20/oz typical | 7 oz | $1.41Typical price |
| Bell peppers$2.49/lb typical | 0.4 lb | $0.93Typical price |
| Canned beans$0.09/oz typical | 7.5 oz | $0.67Typical price |
| Onions$1.29/lb typical | 0.4 lb | $0.52Typical price |
| Fresh tomatoes$1.99/lb typical | 0.45 lb | $0.93Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | 0.25 | $0.37Typical price |
| Feta or goat cheese$0.70/oz typical | 2.5 oz | $1.75Typical price |
| Juice, soda and mixers$0.04/oz typical | 1 oz | $0.04Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $10.62 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Olive and cooking oilSalt and pepperCooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oilAsian sauces and pastesVinegarHoney or maple syrupDried herbs, spices and seasoning blends
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1 butternut squash
- 2 carrots
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt & pepper (optional)
- 1 L water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp oil
- 1 packages (7 oz) pearl couscous
- 1/2 red bell pepper
- 1/2 orange bell pepper
- 1/2 can chickpeas
- 1 purple onion
- 2 small tomatoes
- 1/2 cup parsley
- 1/2 cup feta
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 dash black pepper
- 2 1/2 tbsp water
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
Steps
- Heat the oven to 425 F.
- Peel and cube the squash, slice the carrots, and toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Roast the vegetables on a baking sheet for 25 to 30 minutes, until tender.
- Boil the water with salt and oil in a large pot, add the couscous, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes.
- Chop the peppers, onion, tomatoes, and parsley, and drain the chickpeas.
- Whisk the tahini, vinegar, maple syrup, lemon juice, turmeric, pepper, and water in a small bowl.
- Cool the couscous briefly, then toss it with the roasted vegetables, chopped produce, chickpeas, feta, and dressing.
Swaps
- Carrots for Sweet potatoesabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
- Onions for Red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
- Canned beans for Dried beans and lentilsabout $0.02/oz more at typical prices
Main ingredient on sale this week? See what to make with canned beans on sale.
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