Couscous and Chickpea Salad
Bright, zesty, and packed with flavor, this Couscous and Chickpea Salad is a quick and healthy recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. Fluffy couscous serves as the base for a vibrant medley of protein-rich chickpeas, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and crunchy red bell pepper. Fresh parsley and mint add a fragrant herbal touch, while a tangy lemon-cumin dressing ties everything together with a burst of citrusy goodness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile salad is not only nutrient-packed but also easy to prepare ahead for meal prep, picnics, or potlucks. Serve it chilled or at room temperature as a light vegetarian main course or a refreshing side dish alongside grilled meats or fish. Healthy, delicious, and satisfying, this couscous salad will quickly become your go-to crowd-pleaser!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
- 1 cucumber (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 0.5 red onion (finely chopped)
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.25 cup fresh mint (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Remove from heat, stir in the couscous, cover, and let it sit for 5 minutes or until all the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked couscous, chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and mint.
Step 4
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring the ingredients are well-coated.
Step 5
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Step 6
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Step 7
Serve cold or at room temperature. Enjoy as a main dish or as a side with grilled meat or fish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1374.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1277.3 |
| Total Fat 41.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2272.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 185.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 46.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 34.0g | |
| Protein 52.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 614.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 24.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3044.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories