Couscous salad with thermomix

Preparation of couscous salad with thermomix

1. 1. Prepare the Couscous
2. Place the couscous in a large bowl.
3. Add the salt, pepper, cardamom and cumin to the bowl. Mix well with a spoon.
4. In the Thermomix glass, pour 200 ml of water and program 5 minutes / 100°C / speed 1 to bring the water to a boil.
5. Pour the boiling water over the couscous in the bowl and cover with a lid or a plate. Let sit for 5 minutes so the couscous absorbs the water.
6. 2. Mix the Couscous
7. Uncover the couscous and add 1 teaspoon of tomato paste and 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
8. Use a fork or spatula to loosen the couscous and mix it well, making sure the tomato paste is evenly distributed.
9. 3. Prepare the Vegetables and Mint
10. Wash and cut the spring onion, pepper and cucumber into small pieces.
11. Place these ingredients together with the mint leaves in the Thermomix glass.
12. Chop the vegetables and mint for 5 seconds / speed 4. If you prefer smaller pieces, repeat the process 1 or 2 times.
13. 4. Mix Everything
14. Add the chopped vegetables and mint to the bowl with the couscous.
15. Squeeze the juice of the 2 lemons over the mixture.
16. Mix well with a spoon or use the spatula to integrate all the ingredients.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. 1. Can couscous be prepared in advance?
2. Yes, couscous can be prepared in advance and kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Seal it in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
3. 2. What other ingredients can I add to this salad?
4. You can include ingredients like chickpeas, grated carrots, or even feta cheese to add more flavor and texture.
5. 3. How can I make this recipe more protein?
6. To increase the protein content, add chopped grilled chicken, marinated tofu or boiled eggs cut into quarters.