Dairy-Free Israeli Couscous Salad
Bright, flavorful, and effortless to prepare, this Dairy-Free Israeli Couscous Salad is the perfect blend of fresh vegetables, fragrant herbs, and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing. Featuring tender, pearl-like Israeli couscous as its star ingredient, this salad combines crunchy cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and vibrant red bell pepper for a burst of texture and color in every bite. Chopped parsley and mint add an aromatic punch, while the light, tangy dressing ties it all together. Ready in just 25 minutes and ideal for serving cold or at room temperature, this refreshing Mediterranean-inspired side dish is perfect for summer picnics, meal prep, or as a vibrant addition to your weekly meal plan. It's satisfying, versatile, and entirely dairy-free—a must-try for anyone looking to enjoy a light, nutritious salad packed with Mediterranean flavors!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Israeli couscous
- 1.5 cups Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Cucumber, diced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 1 unit Red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 cup Parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup Mint leaves, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, bring 1.5 cups of water and 0.5 teaspoon of salt to a boil.
Step 2
Add 1 cup of Israeli couscous to the boiling water. Stir, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the couscous is tender and water is absorbed.
Step 3
Remove the couscous from heat and fluff with a fork. Set aside to cool.
Step 4
In a large bowl, combine the cooled couscous, 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes, 1 cup of diced cucumber, 0.25 cup of finely chopped red onion, and diced red bell pepper.
Step 5
Add 0.5 cup of chopped parsley and 0.25 cup of chopped mint leaves to the vegetable mixture.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together 0.25 cup of olive oil, 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and 0.25 teaspoon of ground black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the couscous and vegetables. Toss gently to combine and coat evenly.
Step 8
Taste and adjust with more salt or lemon juice if desired.
Step 9
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for an hour to let the flavors meld. This salad is delicious when served chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1391.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1441.0 |
| Total Fat 61.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1319.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 196.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.1g | |
| Protein 36.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 640.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3053.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories