Couscous Salad Neomonde
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly fresh, Couscous Salad Neomonde is a Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This vibrant salad combines fluffy couscous with crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and the punchy flavors of red onion, parsley, and mint. Tossed in a tangy lemon-olive oil dressing, it’s further elevated with creamy crumbled feta and briny Kalamata olives, creating a harmony of textures and flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes and best served chilled, this light yet satisfying dish is ideal as a refreshing side or a stand-alone meal. Perfect for meal prep, summer gatherings, or adding a delicious, healthy twist to your weekly menu, this couscous salad is as versatile as it is flavorful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Couscous
- 1.5 cups Boiling water
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 cup Cucumber, diced
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely diced
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup Fresh mint, chopped
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, add 1 cup of couscous and pour 1.5 cups of boiling water over it. Cover the bowl with a lid or plate and let it sit for 5 minutes.
After 5 minutes, fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains and allow it to cool slightly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked couscous, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, chopped parsley, and chopped mint. Mix well.
Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese and sliced Kalamata olives, being careful not to break up the cheese too much.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Cover the salad and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and garnish with extra herbs or feta, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1261 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.2 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.7 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 4956 mg | 215% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.4 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.2 g | ||
| Protein | 32.1 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1110 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2202 mg | 47% | |
*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.
