Couscous Salad with Chickpeas and Tomatoes

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this Couscous Salad with Chickpeas and Tomatoes is a quick and wholesome meal perfect for any occasion. Featuring fluffy couscous as the base, this vibrant salad is loaded with protein-packed chickpeas, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and zesty red onion, all tied together with a refreshing mix of parsley and mint. A simple lemon-olive oil dressing adds the perfect tangy finish, making every bite light yet satisfying. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for meal prep, potlucks, or a healthy side dish. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a versatile, crowd-pleasing option that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1 cup water
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 cup cucumber (diced)
• 0.25 cup red onion (finely diced)
• 0.5 cup parsley (chopped)
• 0.25 cup mint (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper (freshly ground)

Directions

Step 1

Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 0.25 teaspoons of salt.

Step 2

Remove the saucepan from heat, stir in the couscous, and cover with a lid. Let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb the water.

Step 3

Fluff the couscous with a fork and transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Allow it to cool to room temperature.

Step 4

While the couscous cools, prepare the vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, finely dice the red onion, and chop the parsley and mint.

Step 5

In the large mixing bowl with the cooled couscous, add the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if needed.

Step 9

Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld, or serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1314.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1014.3

Total Fat 49.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2021.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.1g	0%
Total Sugars 21.1g
Protein 30.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 603.9mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 2938.0mg	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: 42.3%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 46.3%