Ham and Pineapple Couscous Salad

Ham and Pineapple Couscous Salad

This is a fresh, delicious and healthy way to eat leftover ham.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 4 ounces cooked ham, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, juice reserved
  • ½ small red onion, sliced
  • 1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Dijon-style prepared mustard
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1
In a large saucepan, bring water, butter and garlic powder to a boil. Turn off heat and stir in couscous. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let cool.

Step 2
In a large bowl, mix together couscous, ham, pineapple, onion and drained peas

Step 3
In a small bowl whisk together 1/4 cup reserved pineapple juice, lemon juice, Dijon-style mustard and vegetable oil. Pour dressing over the salad and stir to coat. Salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

363
Calories
13g
Fat
50g
Carbs
13g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 363
% Daily Value *
Total Fat13g 16%
Saturated Fat5g 26%
Cholesterol32mg 11%
Sodium468mg 20%
Total Carbohydrate50g 18%
Dietary Fiber4g 16%
Total Sugars11g
Protein13g
Vitamin C14mg 69%
Calcium35mg 3%
Iron2mg 8%
Potassium310mg 7%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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