Best 5 Easy Couscous Salad Recipes

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**Tantalize your taste buds with a delightful journey into the realm of couscous salads!**

From the vibrant streets of North Africa to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean, couscous has captivated palates for centuries. Our carefully curated collection of couscous salad recipes offers a symphony of flavors and textures that will transport you to culinary paradise. Embark on a voyage of discovery as we unveil tantalizing combinations of fresh vegetables, succulent meats, aromatic herbs, and zesty dressings. Whether you seek a light and refreshing lunch option or a vibrant side dish to complement your favorite main course, our diverse selection of couscous salads promises to satisfy every craving. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY COUSCOUS SALAD RECIPE



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This easy couscous salad is really quick and simple to make and there's no cooking involved. A great idea for picnics and lunches.

Provided by Jessica Dady

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Packed lunch

Time 15m

Yield Serves: 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

200g couscous
270ml hot vegetable stock
4 tomatoes, chopped
340g can sweetcorn, drained
¼ cucumber, chopped
1 small red onion, finely chopped
6 dried apricots, chopped
2tbsp olive oil
Juice ½ lemon
3tbsp chopped parsley
2tbsp pumpkin or sunflower seeds

Steps:

  • Put the couscous into a large bowl add the stock. Cover and leave to soak for 10 mins.
  • Meanwhile, prepare all the vegetables and put them in another bowl with the apricots, add the olive oil and lemon juice, season and mix together.
  • Use a fork to fluff up the couscous then add the vegetable mixture, the chopped parsley and seeds. Toss together and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context https, Calories 303 Kcal, Sugar 12 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 0.6 g

PEARL COUSCOUS SALAD



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This is a take-off of a pricey deli salad that my family loves. Using ingredients at home, it is much more affordable so we can enjoy it more often. Store salad in the fridge, covered, for up to a week.

Provided by Susan

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 8h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 cups pearl (Israeli) couscous
2 ½ cups water
½ cup French lentils
water to cover
2 Roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
1 small cucumber, seeded and diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup golden raisins
⅓ cup diced red onion
¼ cup 1/2-inch slices of fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley, or more to taste
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon ground sumac
¼ cup olive oil
2 lemons, juiced
2 tablespoons honey, or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir couscous in the hot oil until toasted and fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Add 2 1/2 cups water to couscous and bring to a boil; cover skillet and cook until couscous is tender, about 10 minutes. Rinse couscous in a colander with cold water and transfer to a bowl. Mix 1/4 cup olive oil into couscous and stir to coat.
  • Place lentils in a small pan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until lentils are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and rinse lentils under cold water in a colander; add to couscous.
  • Mix tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, cranberries, raisins, red onion, chives, parsley, green onion, and sumac into couscous-lentil mixture.
  • Beat 1/4 cup olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper together in a bowl; pour over couscous-lentil mixture and stir until coated. Refrigerate salad for flavors to blend, 8 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560.3 calories, Carbohydrate 82.2 g, Fat 21 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 42.8 mg, Sugar 22 g

ISRAELI COUSCOUS SALAD



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A fresh and light salad of Israeli couscous, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, spinach, and herbs drizzled with a tangy citrus dressing. Serve by itself or alongside your favorite protein.

Provided by The Natalie Method

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Spinach Pasta Salad

Time 1h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium shallot, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup Israeli couscous, uncooked
1 ¼ cups chicken stock
2 Persian cucumbers, sliced
1 cup chopped fresh spinach
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1 cup quartered black olives
¼ cup sliced scallions
¼ cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
¼ cup julienned fresh mint leaves
¼ cup julienned fresh basil leaves
lemon, zested and juiced
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
½ tablespoon Dijon mustard
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add shallot and garlic; cook until soft and fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add dry couscous and saute until slightly toasted, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in chicken stock and increase heat to high. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook until couscous is tender and all liquid has been absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool for about 45 minutes.
  • While the couscous is cooling, mix lemon zest, lemon juice, 3 tablespoons olive oil, and Dijon mustard together for the dressing in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
  • Transfer cooled couscous to a serving bowl. Add cucumbers, spinach, tomatoes, olives, scallions , parsley, mint, and basil. Pour dressing over top and mix to incorporate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 0.2 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 635.8 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

EASY COUSCOUS SALAD



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This past summer was very hot and this salad fitted perfectly. Not too heavy, yet filling and above all, easy to make.

Provided by Chef Dudo

Categories     Grains

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup chicken broth or 1 cup vegetable broth
3/4 cup couscous
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon mustard
1/2 teaspoon lemon, zest of
2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cucumber, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup scallion, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
salt and pepper (to season)

Steps:

  • Bring stock to a boil in a heavy saucepan.
  • Stir in couscous.
  • Cover pan, remove from heat and set aside 15 minutes Combine balsamic vinegar, olive oil, mustard and lemon zest in a small bowl.
  • Mix well.
  • Transfer couscous to a large bowl.
  • Fluff with a fork.
  • Add tomatoes, red bell pepper, celery, cucumber, scallions and parsley to bowl with cooked couscous.
  • Mix gently.
  • Pour dressing over mixture and mix again.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Can be served luke-warm or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.1, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 253.5, Carbohydrate 34.2, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 5.9, Protein 7

10-MINUTE COUSCOUS SALAD



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This makes a great lunchbox filler for a day out and is equally good at home from the fridge

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Lunch, Main course

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

100g couscous
200ml hot low salt vegetable stock (from a cube is fine)
2 spring onions
1 red pepper
½ cucumber
50g feta cheese, cubed
2tbsp pesto
2tbsp pine nuts

Steps:

  • Tip the couscous into a large bowl and pour over the stock. Cover, then leave for 10 mins until fluffy and all the stock has been absorbed. Meanwhile, slice the onions and pepper, and dice the cucumber. Add these to the couscous, fork through the pesto, crumble in the feta, then sprinkle over pine nuts to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 17 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 33 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, Sodium 0.88 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, flavorful herbs, and tender couscous will make all the difference in the taste of your salad.
  • Cook the couscous properly: Be sure to follow the package directions for cooking the couscous. Overcooked couscous will be mushy, while undercooked couscous will be hard and gritty.
  • Fluff the couscous with a fork: Once the couscous is cooked, use a fork to fluff it up. This will help to separate the grains and prevent them from clumping together.
  • Let the salad cool before serving: This will help to prevent the couscous from becoming soggy.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, or mint, will add a pop of color and flavor to your salad.

Conclusion:

This easy couscous salad is a perfect side dish for any meal. It is light and refreshing, and it is packed with flavor. The combination of fresh vegetables, flavorful herbs, and tender couscous is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give this couscous salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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