Black Bean Couscous Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Black Bean Couscous Salad is a quick and healthy dish that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or your next party spread. Fluffy couscous provides a tender base, while protein-rich black beans and crisp, colorful veggies like red bell pepper, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes add satisfying texture and vibrant hues. Tossed in a zesty dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and cumin, this salad is elevated with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and optional crumbled feta for a Mediterranean flair. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile recipe is as delightful chilled as it is served fresh, making it ideal for meal prepping or serving immediately. Whether you enjoy it as a meatless main dish or a flavorful side, this black bean couscous creation is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.25 cups boiling water
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup feta cheese (optional), crumbled
Instructions
In a medium heatproof bowl, combine the couscous and boiling water. Cover with a plate or lid and let it stand for 5 minutes, allowing the couscous to absorb the water.
Fluff the couscous with a fork and set aside to cool to room temperature.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, diced red bell pepper, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Add the cooled couscous to the large mixing bowl with the vegetables and beans. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss until well combined.
If using feta cheese, sprinkle it over the top of the salad and toss gently.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld, or serve immediately.
Enjoy your fresh and vibrant Black Bean Couscous Salad as a main dish or side!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
802 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.4 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.6 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 2561 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 21.8 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 701 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 949 mg | 20% | |
*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.
