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Mediterranean Couscous Salad

Delicious Mediterranean Couscous Salad for Fresh Summer Vibes

This Mediterranean Couscous Salad is a colorful and healthy side dish, perfect for busy weeknights and customizable to fit your taste.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dishes
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 cup Couscous Instant couscous for quick prep; traditional for a chewier texture.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Can substitute with water.
For the Fresh Veggies
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Can substitute with diced or sun-dried tomatoes.
  • 1 Cucumber Can be replaced with diced bell peppers.
  • ½ cup Red Onion Yellow onion can work too.
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Consider swapping with roasted red pepper.
  • ½ cup Kalamata Olives Can substitute with green olives.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Fresh herbs are recommended.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Mint Fresh herbs are recommended.
For the Flavorful Additions
  • ½ cup Feta Cheese Omit for a dairy-free version.
  • ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Choose high-quality for the best flavor.
  • 1 Lemon Juice Fresh juice is preferred.
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic Omit if raw garlic is too strong.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • To taste Salt
  • To taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of vegetable broth to a rolling boil. Stir in 1 cup of couscous, remove from heat, and cover. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until fluffy.
  2. While the couscous is cooling, chop 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, 1 cucumber, ½ red onion, and 1 bell pepper into bite-sized pieces. Halve ½ cup of Kalamata olives. Finely chop ¼ cup of fresh parsley and ¼ cup of fresh mint.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of extra virgin olive oil, the juice of one lemon, 1 clove of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and a pinch of salt and black pepper.
  4. In a large bowl, add the cooled couscous and chopped veggies. Drizzle the dressing over the mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours for best flavor.
  6. Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss and transfer to a serving dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor; the salad is best enjoyed chilled and can be prepared a day in advance for better flavor melding.

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