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Lemon Cucumber Couscous Salad

Lemon Cucumber Couscous Salad: Your New Summer Favorite

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of this Lemon Cucumber Couscous Salad, a perfect light side dish for any summer gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 cup Israeli pearl couscous Can swap with orzo or acini di pepe
  • 2 medium cucumbers Opt for English cucumbers for fewer seeds
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley Can substitute with fresh dill
For the Dressing
  • 1 large lemon Can use lime for a different flavor
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil Avocado oil can be used as an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise Can use Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Fresh minced garlic can enhance flavor
  • to taste salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste pepper Essential for seasoning
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Goat cheese is an alternative

Equipment

  • Pot
  • fine mesh sieve
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Kitchen towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the couscous in salted boiling water for 5-7 minutes until tender, then drain.
  2. Rinse the couscous under cold water and spread it out to cool.
  3. Slice the cucumbers into coins and then quarter them. Combine with parsley in a bowl.
  4. Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, mayonnaise, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  5. Toss the dressing with the couscous and cucumber mixture until well coated.
  6. Fold in crumbled feta cheese and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  7. Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 270mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Great for meal prep as it stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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