Pineapple, Black Beans, and Couscous: A Tropical Delight

This pineapple, black beans, and couscous recipe is a tropical delight that combines the sweetness of pineapple with the savory flavors of black beans and couscous. It's a healthy and satisfying dish that can be served as a main course or as a side dish. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, it's a quick and easy recipe that is perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe is also vegetarian and gluten-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences.

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook the couscous according to the package instructions. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine the black beans, pineapple, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the black bean mixture and toss well to combine.
5. Add the cooked couscous to the bowl and gently mix everything together until well combined.
6. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
7. Serve the pineapple, black beans, and couscous salad as a main course or as a side dish.
8. Enjoy!

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