Pearl couscous salad with roasted apricots and feta

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Main Dish
Very Easy
21 min

Here’s a salad that really smells like summer! With its tender pearl couscous, lightly caramelized roasted apricots, fresh feta, peppery arugula, and crunchy pistachios, this recipe has everything it takes to bring some sunshine to your plate. Fresh, colorful, and full of zing, it’s easy to make and always makes a great impression: whether for a light lunch, a picnic, a barbecue, or a meal with friends. It’s the kind of simple yet original salad you’ll want to make again and again all summer long! ;)

Ingredients

2

For the apricots:

For the sauce:

Materials

  • Saucepan
  • Air fryer

Preparation

Preparation5 min
Cook time16 min
  • Pearl couscous salad with roasted apricots and feta - Preparation step 1In a bowl, combine the apricots, which have been washed and cut in half. Add the olive oil, sugar, and rosemary. Mix well.
  • Pearl couscous salad with roasted apricots and feta - Preparation step 2Next, place the apricots in the air fryer basket without letting them overlap, with the hollow side facing up.
    Cook them at 370°F/190°C for about 10 minutes.
  • Pearl couscous salad with roasted apricots and feta - Preparation step 3Prepare the sauce by mixing together the olive oil, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Pearl couscous salad with roasted apricots and feta - Preparation step 4Cook the pearl couscous according to the instructions on the package. Once cooked, rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  • Pearl couscous salad with roasted apricots and feta - Preparation step 5In a serving dish, combine the pearl couscous, arugula, and roasted apricots.
  • Pearl couscous salad with roasted apricots and feta - Preparation step 6Next, add the crumbled feta, the chopped pistachios, and the sauce.
  • Pearl couscous salad with roasted apricots and feta - Preparation step 7There you go, it's ready ;)

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FAQ ❓

What makes pearl couscous different from regular couscous?

Pearl couscous, also known as Israeli couscous, is larger and has a chewy texture compared to regular couscous, which is smaller and fluffier.
Absolutely! You can substitute apricots with peaches, nectarines, or even cherries for a different flavor profile.
To make this salad vegan, simply replace the feta cheese with a plant-based feta alternative or omit it altogether.
Arugula is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, and is known for its antioxidant properties, making it a nutritious addition to your salad.
Yes, you can prepare the components in advance, but it's best to combine them just before serving to keep the arugula fresh and crisp.

Cookware

air fryer

Attributes

Keep refrigerated
Zero waste
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