Couscous Salad

This vibrant Couscous Salad combines fluffy couscous with fresh vegetables and a zesty lemon dressing, making it a refreshing and satisfying vegetarian option. Perfect for a quick lunch, it bursts with flavor and nutrition, ideal for any day of the week.

Ingredients

• Couscous - 1 cup
• Water - 1 1/4 cups
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1/2, diced
• Red onion - 1/4, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Feta cheese - 1/4 cup, crumbled (optional)

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, bring 1 1/4 cups of water to a boil.
2. Stir in 1 cup of couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes until the couscous absorbs the water.
3. Fluff the couscous with a fork and let it cool slightly.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
6. Add the fluffed couscous to the vegetable mixture and pour the dressing over it. Toss gently to combine.
7. If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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