My Couscous Salad
Bright, zesty, and bursting with color, My Couscous Salad is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. Made with fluffy couscous infused with a tangy lemon dressing, this vibrant salad is loaded with fresh vegetables like cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red bell pepper, complemented by aromatic parsley and mint. Optional crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy, savory touch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile salad can be served chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish or a light, wholesome meal. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or meal-prepping for the week, My Couscous Salad is a healthy, crowd-pleasing choice packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.25 cups boiling water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, add the couscous and pour the boiling water over it.
Cover the bowl with a lid or plate and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the couscous to absorb the water.
Fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains, and let it cool to room temperature.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Add the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and mint to the cooled couscous.
Pour the dressing over the couscous and vegetables, and toss gently to combine.
If using, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top and lightly toss again.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice, if needed.
Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
868 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.3 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.5 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 2880 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.9 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 28.8 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 802 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1364 mg | 29% | |
*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.
