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Broccoli Salad with Couscous and Tahini Dressing

This Broccoli Salad with Couscous and Tahini Dressing is a colorful, nutritious delight! Perfect for any meal, it combines crunchy broccoli, hearty couscous, and creamy tahini.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb broccoli (florets and stems)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup whole wheat pearl couscous
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • ½ cup almonds
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Water (for thinning)

Equipment

  • Large pot for cooking couscous
  • Medium saucepan for blanching broccoli
  • Mixing bowls for combining ingredients
  • Whisk or fork for making the tahini dressing
  • Cutting board and knife for chopping

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the whole wheat pearl couscous, reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 10 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the broccoli florets and stems. Blanch for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the almonds for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper. Add water if the dressing is too thick.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cooled couscous, blanched broccoli, and toasted almonds. Drizzle with the tahini dressing and toss gently.
  6. Serve the salad immediately, or let it chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to meld flavors. Enjoy cold or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Taste the dressing before adding; adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra kick.
  • For leftovers, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.