Gluten-Free Israeli Couscous Salad

Bright, colorful, and bursting with fresh Mediterranean flavors, this Gluten-Free Israeli Couscous Salad is a delightful twist on a classic favorite. Made with tender gluten-free Israeli couscous, crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and vibrant red bell pepper, this salad is a nutritious and satisfying option for any occasion. A zesty homemade vinaigrette of lemon juice, honey, and extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together, while crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley add the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is ideal for quick lunches, light dinners, or as a flavorful side dish at gatherings. Healthy, gluten-free, and easy to prepare, this couscous salad is sure to become a regular in your mealtime rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup gluten-free Israeli couscous
• 1.5 cups water
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 medium, diced cucumber
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 0.25 cup, finely chopped red onion
• 0.5 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup, crumbled feta cheese
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring the water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the gluten-free Israeli couscous and salt.

Step 2

Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 8-10 minutes until the couscous is tender and the water is absorbed.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the couscous cool to room temperature.

Step 4

In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, chopped red onion, and chopped parsley.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Once the couscous is cooled, add it to the bowl with the vegetables.

Step 7

Pour the vinaigrette over the couscous and vegetables, and gently toss to combine.

Step 8

Crumble the feta cheese over the salad and gently stir to incorporate.

Step 9

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to one hour to let the flavors meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1254.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1427.1

Total Fat 60.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 2104.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 192.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 23.9g
Protein 32.0g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 544.2mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 1493.8mg	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: 37.5%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 53.6%