Follow these steps for perfect results
Italian loaf
halved
Oil-packed tuna
drained
Preserved lemon
chopped
Salt-packed capers
rinsed
Moroccan style oil cured olives
pitted
Anchovy fillets
optional
Harissa
to taste
Extra virgin olive oil
Fleur de sel
Flat leaf parsley
chopped
Mint
chopped
Dry couscous
Cherry tomatoes
halved
Shallot
roughly chopped
Pit the olives, drain the capers, and place them along with anchovies (if using) in a food processor. Pulse briefly for a coarse texture.
Split the bread horizontally. Drizzle olive oil on one half and spread harissa on the other.
Spoon the olive/caper mixture onto the oiled bread half. Spread the tuna evenly over the olive mixture.
Chop the preserved lemon and distribute it over the tuna.
Grind pepper and add salt. Close the sandwich and wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate while preparing the couscous.
Wash and chop the parsley and mint. Cook the couscous according to package instructions.
Drain the cooked couscous. Add shallot, tomatoes, and the parsley-mint mixture. Add olive oil and salt. Mix well with clean hands.
Unwrap the sandwich and cut in half. Wrap in parchment paper and secure with tape. Place in a lunch pail.
Portion out the tabbouleh into a separate container and add to the lunch pail.
Optionally, slice some melon, wrap, and add to the lunch pail.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of harissa to your preferred spice level.
For a vegetarian option, substitute the tuna with chickpeas or white beans.
Make the couscous tabbouleh ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld.
Everything you need to know before you start
10 minutes
Couscous tabbouleh can be made ahead
Serve in a lunch pail or on a plate with a side of couscous tabbouleh.
Serve with a side of fruit.
Pair with a light salad.
Complements the flavors of the sandwich
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