Marinated celery with couscous and pickled golden raisins from Tenderheart: A Book About Vegetables and Unbreakable Family Bonds (page 168) by Hetty Lui McKinnon

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    Can substitute ground cumin for cumin seeds; eschalots for red onions; quinoa, farro, or pearl couscous for couscous; sultanas or dried cranberries for golden raisins; and fennel or cauliflower for celery. See recipe for soft herb suggestions.

  • babyapricot on April 27, 2026

    So delicious and easy. Used cilantro for herbs and pistachios for the nuts. Ended up putting all the pickling liquid from both the celery and the raisins in the couscous. Definitely added the feta. Can’t wait for leftovers!

  • meghan957056 on January 03, 2026

    Did half craisins and half golden raisins with parsley, dill, and cilantro

  • gootenbeez on January 01, 2026

    Wow this was delicious! I was intrigued buy the dish and it far exceeded expectations. I used dill, parsley and cilantro and added some feta. This is absolutely a keeper.

  • jasmine_1terst on December 23, 2025

    So delicious and refreshing! I looked forward to eating this for lunch every day. Added some air fried chicken from Pinch of Yum for protein and it was great flavor. Will be making this again!

  • paulabee on January 26, 2025

    this was great! an excellent way to use of leftover celery when you buy a bunch and don't need all of it. Bright and punchy. I used queso fresco instead of feta b/c that's what I had. I did use the couscous as written; I could see this being lovely with other grains as well.

  • SheilaS on March 09, 2024

    I liked this a lot. Leftovers keep well for lunch the next day. I used sliced, dried apricots instead of raisins and liked their color and tangy flavor.

  • mllamas on January 03, 2024

    Surprisingly delightful. We both loved this. Great textures, great combo of flavors.

  • michalow on September 03, 2023

    I made this with barley instead of couscous and pistachios instead of almonds, and I added some steamed carrots for extra veg and color. It was full of contrasting textures and bright, nutty flavors. Will make again for sure. https://tovegetableswithlove.substack.com/p/an-exclusive-tenderheart-recipe-excerpt

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