Description
This Couscous Summer Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a light meal. Packed with fresh veggies, herbs, and tangy feta cheese, it’s a Mediterranean-inspired salad that’s easy to make and bursting with summer flavors.
Ingredients
Couscous:
- 1 cup dry couscous
- 1 cup boiling water or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Salad Ingredients:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup cucumber (diced)
- ½ red bell pepper (diced)
- ¼ red onion (finely chopped)
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
- juice of 1 lemon
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Couscous: In a heatproof bowl, combine couscous, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Pour in boiling water or broth, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let cool.
- Prepare the Salad: Once the couscous is at room temperature, add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, feta, parsley, and mint. Drizzle with lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.
- Chill and Serve: Chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Notes
- Add chickpeas or grilled chicken for extra protein.
- This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days—great for meal prep or picnics.
