Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours for best flavor.
- Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss and transfer to a serving dish.
Nutrition
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.
