Gluten-Free Israeli Couscous Salad
This Gluten-Free Israeli Couscous Salad is a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables, tender gluten-free couscous, and tangy crumbled feta, all brought together with a zesty homemade lemon-honey vinaigrette. Perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or potluck favorite, this quick and easy recipe features crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic parsley for a burst of freshness in every bite. The gluten-free couscous adds hearty texture while soaking up the bright citrus dressing. Ready in just 25 minutes, this salad is a healthy, flavorful, and crowd-pleasing dish that can be enjoyed immediately or chilled for enhanced flavor. Ideal for those seeking gluten-free recipes packed with Mediterranean-inspired goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup gluten-free Israeli couscous
- 1.5 cups water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 medium, diced cucumber
- 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
- 0.25 cup, finely chopped red onion
- 0.5 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup, crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Bring the water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the gluten-free Israeli couscous and salt.
Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 8-10 minutes until the couscous is tender and the water is absorbed.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the couscous cool to room temperature.
In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, chopped red onion, and chopped parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
Once the couscous is cooled, add it to the bowl with the vegetables.
Pour the vinaigrette over the couscous and vegetables, and gently toss to combine.
Crumble the feta cheese over the salad and gently stir to incorporate.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to one hour to let the flavors meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1427 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.0 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2104 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 192.7 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.9 g | ||
| Protein | 32.0 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 544 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1494 mg | 32% | |
*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.
