Description
Couscous salad is a light, fluffy, and refreshing dish made with tender couscous, colorful vegetables, fresh herbs, and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing. It’s quick to make, highly customizable, and perfect served warm or chilled.
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup boiling water or vegetable broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion or green onions, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh mint or basil, chopped (optional)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a heatproof bowl, pour boiling water or vegetable broth over couscous. Cover and let sit for 5–10 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff couscous with a fork and let cool slightly.
- Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, onion, parsley, and mint or basil to the couscous.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Sprinkle with feta cheese if using and serve immediately or chill before serving.
Notes
Add chickpeas or grilled chicken for extra protein.Use pearl couscous for a chewier texture.For a Mediterranean twist, mix in sun-dried tomatoes, olives, or capers.Best served cold or at room temperature, but can be warmed slightly if preferred.Add herbs and cheese just before serving for the freshest flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
