Big Hit Couscous Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and refreshing Big Hit Couscous Salad! Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this recipe combines fluffy couscous with crisp English cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and sweet red bell pepper. Fresh parsley and mint bring an herby brightness, while crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy, tangy touch. A simple lemon-olive oil dressing ties it all together, creating a light yet satisfying dish perfect for lunch, picnics, or as a colorful side. Ready in just 25 minutes, this healthy couscous salad is as versatile as it is delicious—serve it chilled for an extra refreshing treat! Keywords: couscous salad recipe, Mediterranean salad, easy side dish, refreshing summer salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.25 cups water
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 medium English cucumber
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 cups parsley
- 0.25 cups mint leaves
- 0.5 cups feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil and stir in 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the salt. Remove the pan from heat, stir in the couscous, cover, and let it sit for 5 minutes.
Once the couscous has absorbed all the water, fluff it with a fork and allow it to cool to room temperature.
While the couscous cools, prepare the vegetables. Chop the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion into small, bite-sized pieces.
Finely chop the parsley and mint leaves, and crumble the feta cheese if it isn’t already crumbled.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, and ground black pepper to create the dressing.
In a large bowl, combine the cooled couscous with the chopped vegetables, herbs, and feta cheese.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes before serving for a more refreshing salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
892 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.0 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.9 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2385 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.9 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.4 g | ||
| Protein | 23.1 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 639 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1457 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
