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.

Israeli Couscous Salad

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

  1. Cook the Israeli couscous according to the package instructions. Once cooked, let it cool to room temperature.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked couscous, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  5. 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