Nordstrom Citrus Couscous Salad

Ingredients

  • Salad:
  • 2.5 oz arugula
  • 1/3 cup chopped red onion
  • 5 oz dried cherries
  • 1 - 29 oz can of mandarin oranges
  • 8.8 oz box Israeli couscous, cooked according to package directions, cooled, and lightly salted
  • 1.5 lbs of diced and cooked chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and lemon to taste (omit chicken for a vegan version)
  • Dressing:
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 cup of orange juice or 3-4 freshly juiced oranges
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • a pinch of garlic powder, pinch of black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl. Combine all dressing ingredients in a bowl. Pour dressing over salad and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Serve chilled. Perfect as a snack or as a meal.