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Simple Couscous Salad

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A fresh and vibrant couscous salad perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, packed with colorful vegetables and zesty lemon flavor.

Ingredients

Couscous and Broth

  • 250 g couscous
  • 350 ml vegetable stock

Vegetables

  • 2 pieces tomatoes (diced)
  • 200 g cucumber (diced)
  • 1 piece red pepper (diced)
  • 4 pieces spring onions (diced)
  • 250 g frozen sweetcorn (defrosted)

Dressings and Seasonings

  • 4 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic (crushed)

Seasoning

  • Freshly Ground Salt and Black Pepper

Garnish

  • Freshly Chopped Coriander (for decoration)

Instructions 

  • Cook the couscous in vegetable stock according to package instructions, then fluff with a fork.
  • Mix diced tomatoes, cucumber, red pepper, spring onions, and sweetcorn in a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, crushed garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to combine.
  • Add the cooked couscous to the salad, mix well, and garnish with chopped coriander.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the salad sit for 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: couscous