Ingredients
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- for the salad:
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 cup uncooked couscous
- 1 cup grilled corn kernels, cut from the cob OR 1 can corn
- 1 (15oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup chopped seeded tomato
- 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- for the dressing:
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
Instructions
- to prepare the couscous, boil water in a saucepan then remove from heat. immediately stir in the couscous, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes. fluff with a fork and let cool completely.
- combine the couscous and the remaining salad ingredients in a large bowl and toss to combine.
- in a small jar with a lid, combine all the dressing ingredients and shake well. pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. cover, and chill for at least one hour before serving. enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 mins