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Along with couscous, cranberries, and pecans, this salad also includes peas, scallions,
cucumbers, and fresh basil. It is topped with an easy lemon garlic dressing. The salad
may be served warm, at room temperature or chilled. Your prep time is 15 minutes and
cook time is also 15 minutes for a grand total of 30 minutes. This recipe provides you
with 4 servings.
Ingredients:
1 cup shelled pecans
1-1/2 cups couscous
1 cup dried cranberries
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
2 cups boiling water
1 cup thawed frozen peas
3 scallions, very thinly sliced
2 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and diced
1/4 cup shredded fresh basil
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Zest of 1 lemon
1/3 cup lemon juice
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup olive oil