Dairy-Free Israeli Couscous Salad
Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant Dairy-Free Israeli Couscous Salad, a delightful medley of tender pearl couscous, crisp vegetables, and fresh herbs tossed in a zesty lemon-garlic dressing. Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this wholesome salad features juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and a refreshing blend of parsley and mint, making it an ideal option for anyone seeking a dairy-free, plant-based side dish or light main course. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is perfect for meal prepping, picnics, or a quick and healthy lunch. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a delicious and versatile culinary experience! Keywords: dairy-free couscous salad, Israeli couscous recipe, Mediterranean salad, healthy side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Israeli couscous
- 1.5 cups Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Cucumber, diced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 1 unit Red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 cup Parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup Mint leaves, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 1.5 cups of water and 0.5 teaspoon of salt to a boil.
Add 1 cup of Israeli couscous to the boiling water. Stir, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the couscous is tender and water is absorbed.
Remove the couscous from heat and fluff with a fork. Set aside to cool.
In a large bowl, combine the cooled couscous, 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes, 1 cup of diced cucumber, 0.25 cup of finely chopped red onion, and diced red bell pepper.
Add 0.5 cup of chopped parsley and 0.25 cup of chopped mint leaves to the vegetable mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together 0.25 cup of olive oil, 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and 0.25 teaspoon of ground black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the couscous and vegetables. Toss gently to combine and coat evenly.
Taste and adjust with more salt or lemon juice if desired.
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for an hour to let the flavors meld. This salad is delicious when served chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1441 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.0 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1320 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 196.3 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.7 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.1 g | ||
| Protein | 36.1 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 641 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 19.7 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 3054 mg | 65% | |
*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.
