Israeli Couscous Salad
Israeli couscous salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for dinner. This salad is packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a zesty dressing, making it a delicious and healthy option for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Israeli couscous
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 English cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Israeli couscous according to the package instructions. Once cooked, let it cool to room temperature.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked couscous, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 4g
Supplies
Large bowl Small bowl
Tools
Whisk
Serving suggestions
Serve the Israeli couscous salad as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish for a complete and satisfying meal.
Tips & tricks
For added flavor, you can also add crumbled feta cheese or toasted pine nuts to the salad.
Cost
$12