Golden Harvest Couscous Delight: A Delicious Fall Recipe

Autumn Harvest Couscous Salad

As the leaves start to change color and the air becomes crisp, I find myself craving warm, comforting dishes that highlight the best flavors of fall. Today, I’m excited to share a recipe for Autumn Harvest Couscous Salad that perfectly captures the essence of the season with a unique twist.

This salad combines the earthy sweetness of roasted butternut squash, the nuttiness of toasted pecans, and the tartness of dried cranberries, all mixed with fluffy couscous and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. The result is a delightful blend of textures and flavors that is sure to satisfy your fall cravings.

Ingredients:

• butternut squash (500g, peeled and diced)
• couscous (250g)
• pecans (100g, toasted and chopped)
• dried cranberries (50g)
• lemon (juice and zest of 1 lemon)
• olive oil (50ml)
• honey (2 tbsp)
• salt and pepper to taste

Kitchen Tools:

• baking sheet
• saucepan
• mixing bowl
• whisk

To start, preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Toss the diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread it out on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, until tender and golden brown.

In the meantime, prepare the couscous according to the package instructions. Fluff it with a fork and let it cool slightly. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, and a pinch of salt to make the vinaigrette.

Once the butternut squash is roasted and the couscous is ready, combine them in a large mixing bowl. Add the toasted pecans, dried cranberries, and the lemon vinaigrette, tossing everything together gently to combine.

Serve the Autumn Harvest Couscous Salad warm or at room temperature, garnished with an extra sprinkle of toasted pecans and a drizzle of honey if desired.

The total weight of the cooked dish is approximately 1000g, with 6 servings averaging at 166g each. Each serving is estimated to be around 350 calories.

One unusual tip for this recipe is to drizzle the salad with a little extra lemon juice just before serving to enhance the flavors and brightness of the dish.

I hope you enjoy making and savoring this Autumn Harvest Couscous Salad as much as I do. Feel free to customize it with your favorite fall ingredients and make it your own. Happy cooking!