Israeli Couscous and Corn Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this Israeli Couscous and Corn Salad is a versatile and colorful dish perfect for any occasion. Featuring tender, pearl-like Israeli couscous paired with sweet corn kernels, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and vibrant red bell pepper, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. A zesty dressing made with olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and garlic adds a tangy punch, while fresh parsley provides a fragrant, herbal finish. Optional crumbled feta cheese delivers a creamy, savory touch, making this dish irresistible. Ready in just 25 minutes, this wholesome recipe is perfect for summer picnics, quick lunches, or as a flavorful side for grilled dishes. It's a true celebration of texture, color, and taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Israeli (pearl) couscous
• 1.5 cups Water
• 1 cup Sweet corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium Cucumber, diced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring 1.5 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the Israeli couscous and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until the couscous is tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and let it cool to room temperature.

Step 2

If using fresh corn, bring a pot of water to a boil, add the corn kernels, and cook for 2-3 minutes until tender. Drain and let them cool. If using frozen or canned corn, simply rinse and drain them.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled couscous, corn, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and fresh parsley.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss thoroughly to combine. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

Step 6

If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad just before serving.

Step 7

Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1486.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1747.9

Total Fat 76.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 106.8mg	0%
Sodium 2644.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 225.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.6g	0%
Total Sugars 30.8g
Protein 54.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 882.4mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 2468.0mg	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: 37.9%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 50.0%