Low Fat Orientalischer Couscous Salat

Discover the vibrant flavors of this Low Fat Orientalischer Couscous Salat—a refreshing Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Packed with wholesome ingredients like fluffy couscous, crisp veggies, chickpeas, and aromatic herbs such as parsley and mint, this salad is a feast for the senses. The creamy, spiced yogurt-lemon dressing infused with cumin and coriander adds a tangy, zesty note without compromising on a low-fat profile. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make salad is perfect for busy weeknights, meal preps, or light lunches. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a satisfying, nutrient-rich meal that’s bursting with color and flavor. Perfect for those seeking a low-fat, high-fiber vegetarian dish with an oriental twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 150 grams couscous
• 200 ml boiling water
• 1 teaspoon low-sodium vegetable broth powder
• 1 medium carrot
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 small cucumber
• 100 grams canned chickpeas
• 2 pieces spring onions
• 15 grams fresh parsley
• 10 grams fresh mint
• 1 medium lemon
• 120 ml low-fat yogurt
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a heatproof bowl, mix the couscous with the vegetable broth powder.

Step 2

Pour the boiling water over the couscous, cover the bowl with a lid or plate, and let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb the liquid.

Step 3

Meanwhile, peel and grate the carrot, and dice the red bell pepper and cucumber into small pieces.

Step 4

Rinse and drain the chickpeas well.

Step 5

Slice the spring onions thinly, and finely chop the parsley and mint leaves.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice, low-fat yogurt, and olive oil together. Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 7

Fluff the couscous with a fork, ensuring there are no lumps, and transfer it to a large salad bowl.

Step 8

Add the grated carrot, diced red bell pepper, cucumber, chickpeas, spring onions, parsley, and mint to the couscous.

Step 9

Pour the prepared dressing over the salad and mix everything together thoroughly to ensure even distribution of the dressing.

Step 10

Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired. Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature, as preferred.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(992.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	586.3

Total Fat 19.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 8.2mg	0%
Sodium 1942.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 22.4g
Protein 22.1g	0%

Vitamin D 69.5IU	0%
Calcium 475.5mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 1561.9mg	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: 29.1%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 56.5%