Couscous Salad a Taste Sensation

Indulge in the vibrant flavors and wholesome goodness of "Couscous Salad a Taste Sensation," a quick and healthy dish that's perfect for any occasion! This Mediterranean-inspired recipe combines fluffy couscous with crisp, colorful vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion. Fresh herbs—parsley and mint—add an aromatic punch, while crumbled feta cheese introduces a creamy, tangy element. A zesty dressing of olive oil and lemon juice ties everything together, creating a light yet satisfying salad that’s ready in just 25 minutes. Whether served as a refreshing side dish or a stand-alone meal, this couscous salad is a must-try for anyone seeking a nutritious, flavor-packed option that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Couscous
• 1.25 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 Red bell pepper
• 0.25 Red onion
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup Fresh mint
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring 1.25 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of couscous. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Set aside to cool.

Step 2

While the couscous cools, prepare the vegetables. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion into small, bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

Finely chop the fresh parsley and mint leaves. Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled couscous, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, parsley, mint, and feta cheese.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and gently toss to combine, ensuring the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1137.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	759.6

Total Fat 45.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 2384.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g	0%
Total Sugars 14.4g
Protein 22.1g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 524.9mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 1404.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.3%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 35.3%