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Easy Couscous Tabbouleh Salad Recipe


  • Author: Jennie Graham
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Fresh Mediterranean couscous tabbouleh salad with herbs, tomatoes, and lemon dressing. Ready in 15 minutes, perfect for summer gatherings or meal prep.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup couscous (regular or whole wheat)
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
  • 1 large tomato, diced and drained
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the couscous according to package directions. Typically, bring 1 cup water to boil, add couscous, remove from heat, cover, and let stand 5 minutes.
  2. Once the couscous is cooked, fluff it with a fork to separate the grains and prevent clumping.
  3. Transfer couscous to a large bowl. Add chopped parsley, mint, and drained diced tomatoes.
  4. Drizzle olive oil and fresh lemon juice over the mixture.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir gently until all ingredients are well combined.

Notes

  • Let couscous cool completely before adding herbs to prevent wilting and maintain their bright color
  • Drain diced tomatoes well to avoid making the salad watery – pat them dry with paper towels
  • Use flat-leaf parsley instead of curly for better flavor and easier chopping
  • Add cucumber or bell peppers for extra crunch and nutrition
  • Make ahead and refrigerate – the flavors develop beautifully overnight
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-cook/Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean/Middle Eastern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 185
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 125mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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