Vibrant Vegan Couscous & Quick Pickle Salad Bowl

Name: Vibrant Vegan Couscous & Quick Pickle Salad Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 200 g couscous; 400 g can mixed beans; 0.25 small red cabbage; 0.5 piece cucumber; 2 large watermelon radishes; 1 large red onion; 1 small bunch fresh dill; 2 tbsp white wine vinegar; 1 tbsp caster sugar; 1 tsp olive oil; 0.5 tsp chili flakes; 1 tsp flaked sea salt; 1 pinch black pepper

A refreshing and nutrient-packed vegan bowl featuring fluffy couscous, zesty quick-pickled vegetables, and protein-rich mixed beans. This colorful dish is perfect for a healthy lunch or a light dinner that's as beautiful as it is delicious.

Servings4 Portions

Prep Time15 Mins

Cook Time10 Mins

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

couscous
200 g
can mixed beans
400 g
red cabbage
0.3 small
cucumber
0.5 piece
watermelon radishes
2 large
red onion
1 large
fresh dill
1 small bunch
white wine vinegar
2 tbsp
caster sugar
1 tbsp
olive oil
1 tsp
chili flakes
0.5 tsp
flaked sea salt
1 tsp
black pepper
1 pinch

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the quick pickle: In a large bowl, combine the finely sliced red onion and red cabbage with the vinegar, caster sugar, and 1 tsp of flaky sea salt. Mix thoroughly, cover, and set aside to marinate while you prepare the other components.

Cook the couscous: Place the couscous in a heatproof bowl and pour in 280ml of boiling water. Cover tightly and leave for 4 minutes until the liquid is fully absorbed. Fluff the grains with a fork and let it cool slightly.

Season the beans: Drain and rinse the canned mixed beans, then transfer them to a bowl. Stir in the olive oil, chili flakes, and a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.

Assemble the bowls: Fold most of the fresh dill into the fluffed couscous. To serve, arrange the quick-pickled vegetables, couscous, sliced radishes, seasoned beans, and cucumber ribbons into separate sections of each bowl. Garnish with the remaining dill and a final crack of black pepper.

Chef's Tips

For extra crunch, add a handful of toasted pumpkin seeds or slivered almonds. This bowl is excellent for meal prep; simply keep the components separate in the fridge and assemble just before eating to maintain the best texture.