Vegan Cherry and Leek Couscous

Vegan Cherry and Leek Couscous

Sweet and Salty Cherry with Leek Couscous

Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 15m
Total Time: 20m
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (15 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

273
Calories
11g
Fat
37g
Carbohydrates
6g
Protein
0mg
Cholesterol
15mg
Sodium
Vegan Cherry and Leek Couscous

Recipe Description

I created this Vegan Cherry and Leek Couscous recipe for a really easy to make salad to serve at my infamous barbecue cookouts. I don’t always have the time to prep loads of sides to enjoy with the meat and this recipe is really tasty and serves the time factor purpose.

Cooking couscous has never been easier, throw in some chopped dried cherries and a cup of thinly sliced leeks, dress with olive oil, white wine vinegar, salt and ground black pepper and you’re good to go!

To make Cherry and Leek Couscous, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Vegan Cherry and Leek Couscous

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Cook couscous

    15 min
    Step 1 - Vegan Cherry and Leek CouscousStep 1 - Vegan Cherry and Leek CouscousStep 1 - Vegan Cherry and Leek Couscous

    In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil and add the couscous and cherries and stir so that it doesn’t stick. Reduce the heat and cover. Simmer for 12 minutes until the liquid is absorbed. Remove from the heat and place in a bowl.

  2. 2

    Cook leeks

    2 min
    Step 2 - Vegan Cherry and Leek Couscous

    In a medium skillet, over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Add the leek and sauté for 2 minutes.

  3. 3

    Dress salad

    2 min
    Step 3 - Vegan Cherry and Leek CouscousStep 3 - Vegan Cherry and Leek Couscous

    Add the cooked leeks to the bowl of couscous and dress with vinegar, olive oil, salt and black pepper. Toss well to coat.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Step 4 - Vegan Cherry and Leek Couscous

    Garnish with chopped toasted walnuts.

This Cherry and Leek Couscous is a simple to make. I serve it as a side dish to most of my meat choices and the beautiful red cherries with the sautéed green leeks really make the colors pop in this one. Try it out and share your thoughts with us! Tag #cookmerecipes in your own pictures and posts on instagram and other social media sites!

About the author

Dasha Vakulova

Dasha is an enthusiastic and cheerful mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Dasha is going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 (15 reviews)
Ash
May 10, 2024
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Made this at my BBQ last weekend. Super easy and everyone loved it. Cherries and leeks are a game changer. Definitely adding this to my go-to sides!

Ben
April 18, 2024
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I made this couscous for a barbecue. It was so simple and the flavors were amazing! My friends couldn’t believe it was vegan and it was a hit!

Kenny
April 10, 2024
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I made this couscous for a fam barbecue. It was super easy and everyone loved it! The cherries add a nice twist to the flavor. Will be making it again for sure.

Beth
January 28, 2024
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Awesome!

Carlo Rossi
October 5, 2023
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Superb and easy.

Oliver
March 5, 2023
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I made this Vegan Cherry and Leek Couscous for my friends at a barbecue, and it was a hit! It was super easy to prepare, and everyone devoured it. The sweet cherries and leeks combined perfectly. I love how simple the recipe is, it saved me so much time and made me proud to serve it!

Grace Johnson
October 21, 2022
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Delicious! Made this for a family barbecue and everyone loved it!

Isabella
July 28, 2022
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Super easy dish.

Liam Johnson
July 27, 2022
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Simplicity at its finest. Perfect for my summer barbecues with family.

Paula Smith
March 11, 2022
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This recipe is quick. I made it for a family gathering and it was a wonderful side dish. The flavors blend perfectly, and they all loved it, even the meat lovers. It's such an easy way to impress everyone.

Laura Smith
August 11, 2021
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Superb and fresh!

Nikki
February 26, 2021
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This couscous is super easy! Made it for my fam cookout, and they loved it.

Lulu
August 7, 2020
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Delicious

Tina
January 2, 2020
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Super simple and delish! Made it for our family get-togethers. Loved it!

Athina
June 13, 2019
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Thank you! Approved!

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