Bring to a boil. Add pearl couscous and cook on a boil for 8-10 minutes for regular pearl couscous, or 15-17 minutes for gluten free pearl couscous. Drain and rinse under cold water.
Peel butternut squash (or pumpkin) and carrots. Dice squash into cubes, and carrots into rings. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or reusable silicone. Roast at 400F for 30-35 minutes, until it can be pierced with a fork and is golden brown.
In a blender, combine all the dressing ingredients. Blend until fully emulsified. Transfer to a jar.
Combine pearl couscous, vegetables, roasted squash and feta in a large bowl. For a better presentation, arrange the couscous at the bottom of the bowl and top with vegetables in clumps.
Drizzle with dressing, sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve.
This Israeli couscous salad with chickpeas will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. The turmeric tahini dressing will keep in a jar for 1 week.
