Delicious Couscous Salad Recipe
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Couscous salad is a delightful and healthy dish that's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. Let's get started!
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 1/4 cups boiling water
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup black olives, pitted
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Place the couscous in a large bowl, and pour the boiling water over it. Cover with a lid or plastic wrap and let it sit for 5 minutes.
Fluff the couscous with a fork and let it cool to room temperature.
In a separate bowl, combine the cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, parsley, mint, feta cheese, and black olives.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Pour the dressing over the couscous and toss to combine.
Add the vegetable and cheese mixture to the couscous and gently toss to mix everything together.
Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serving
Serve your delicious couscous salad chilled, garnished with some extra mint leaves. It's a fantastic side dish or a light meal on its own.
Enjoy your flavorful and healthy couscous salad!
Happy cooking!
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