Rick's Picks Classic Sours Couscous Salad with Mixed Beans & Lemon-Dill Vinaigrette

Rick's Picks Classic Sours Couscous Salad with Mixed Beans & Lemon-Dill Vinaigrette

Start the new year with healthy lunch ideas that fuel your day!

Try this fulfilling and nutritious Pickle Couscous Salad made with our Classic Sours, mixed beans, and a tangy Lemon-Dill Vinaigrette. Packed with nutrients and plant-based goodness, this salad is a delicious way to add more vegetables and protein to your daily diet. The zesty flavor of the Classic Sours pairs perfectly with the couscous, while the mixed beans provide extra fiber and heart-healthy benefits. Make your resolution easy and tasty with this vibrant, veggie-filled dish!

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups couscous, cooked
• 1 cup mixed beans (e.g., kidney beans, chickpeas, black beans), drained and rinsed
• ½ cup Rick’s Picks Classic Sours, drained and sliced
• ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 ½ - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1/2 tsp dried dill)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh or dried dill and lemon slices for garnish (optional)

How to make:
1. Prepare the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper until well combined.
2. Assemble the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked couscous, Rick’s Picks Classic Sours slices, and mixed beans.
3. Dress the Salad: Pour the dill lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
4. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with dill and lemon slices if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature for a fulfilling and refreshing meal! (Serves 4 – 5)