Warm Butternut Squash Couscous Salad
Some of the most impressive recipes are made with the simplest of ingredients that are super affordable. Couscous is one of those pantry staples I have that is a go-to for fast meals and also very versatile.
preparation
preparation time
5 mins
cook time
20
servings
6
calories
220
ingredients
2 cup diced butternut squash
1 cup dry instant couscous
1 cup chicken stock
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
0.5 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cherry tomatoes sliced in halves
2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons kosher salt
directions
Step 1
Roast the butternut squash on 375 degrees with a drizzle of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of salt until fork tender for about 20 minutes.
Step 2
In a small saucepot, boil the water and salt. Then, add the couscous. Stir in the salt and butter. Turn the heat off, close the saucepot with lid and set aside. After 5 minutes, take the lid off the couscous and fluff with a fork.
Step 3
Once the butternut squash has slightly cooled, toss it in with the hot couscous. Toss in the cherry tomatoes, scallions, olive oil, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of salt and pepper. Serve warm or room temperature.
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