Tomato Basil Couscous Salad
Fresh, flavorful, and ready in just 20 minutes, this Tomato Basil Couscous Salad is the perfect go-to dish for warm-weather gatherings or light, wholesome meals. Featuring tender, fluffy couscous as the base, this vibrant salad is loaded with juicy cherry tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, and tangy crumbled feta cheese. A simple dressing of lemon juice, olive oil, and freshly cracked black pepper ties it all together, creating a delightful balance of zesty and savory flavors. With a quick prep time and a beautiful medley of colors, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is not only easy to make but also a feast for the senses. Serve it as a refreshing side dish or a satisfying vegetarian main course, and enjoy every nutrient-packed bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cups fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cups red onion
- 0.5 cups feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Stir in 1 cup of couscous, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and 0.5 teaspoons of salt. Remove the pan from heat, cover, and let it sit for 5 minutes.
Fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains, then transfer it to a large mixing bowl to cool slightly.
While the couscous cools, halve 1.5 cups of cherry tomatoes, chop 0.5 cups of fresh basil leaves, and finely dice 0.25 cups of red onion.
Add the chopped tomatoes, basil, onion, and 0.5 cups of crumbled feta cheese to the couscous in the mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and 0.25 teaspoons of freshly ground black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
Adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed, and serve the salad at room temperature or slightly chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
818 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.9 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.3 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2770 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 25.7 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 641 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 831 mg | 18% | |
*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.
