Mediterranean Couscous Salad
Fluffy couscous with crisp cucumber, tomato, parsley and a tangy lemon dressing.
Sample recipe in development. Cooking times are estimates; kitchen testing is still pending.
A note on this recipe
Let the couscous cool before adding the cucumber and herbs. A hot grain base wilts the parsley and draws moisture from the vegetables, leaving a less crisp salad.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry instant couscous
- 1 cup boiling vegetable broth
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ bell pepper, diced
- ¼ cup parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup feta, optional
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper
How to make it
Pour boiling broth over couscous in a heatproof bowl. Cover for five minutes or according to package directions.
Fluff with a fork and allow to cool slightly.
Combine cucumber, tomato, bell pepper and parsley in a bowl.
Whisk olive oil, lemon juice and oregano.
Toss vegetables with couscous and dressing. Add feta if using and season.
Kitchen notes & substitutions
Use instant couscous
This steeping method is for fine instant couscous. Pearl couscous needs simmering according to its packet.
A useful variation
Add chickpeas for more protein. Couscous is made from wheat; choose cooked quinoa if you need gluten-free.
Storage & making ahead
Refrigerate promptly in a covered container for up to 3–4 days.
For temperature guidance, see FoodSafety.gov.
Questions about this recipe
Can I serve it cold?
Yes. It's enjoyable at room temperature or chilled.
Mediterranean Couscous Salad
Fluffy couscous with crisp cucumber, tomato, parsley and a tangy lemon dressing.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Pour boiling broth over couscous in a heatproof bowl. Cover for five minutes or according to package directions.
- Fluff with a fork and allow to cool slightly.
- Combine cucumber, tomato, bell pepper and parsley in a bowl.
- Whisk olive oil, lemon juice and oregano.
- Toss vegetables with couscous and dressing. Add feta if using and season.
Sample recipe, not yet kitchen-tested. Image illustrative.
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