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Israeli couscous salad

A vibrant and flavorful Israeli couscous salad, perfect as a side dish or a light meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 cup Israeli couscous
  • 2 cup vegetable broth
  • 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.25 cup cucumber diced
  • 0.25 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 0.33 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 0.25 cup fresh mint chopped
  • 0.33 cup lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoon olive oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Cook the Israeli couscous according to package directions, using vegetable broth instead of water. Drain any excess liquid and let it cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooked Israeli couscous, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and finely chopped red onion.
  • Add the chopped fresh parsley and mint to the bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  • Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Notes

This salad can be customized with your favorite vegetables or a protein like grilled chicken or chickpeas.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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