CILANTRO COUSCOUS SALAD

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Since this serves 12, I always make it for potlucks, and this salad is always appreciated. My 11 year old daughter liked it so much we served it at her birthday tea party.-Cindy Gifford, Cedar City, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings (2/3 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Ingredients

1 package (10 ounces) couscous
1 medium cucumber, finely chopped
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
2/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 package (8 ounces) feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

Prepare couscous according to package directions; let cool to room temperature. , In a large serving bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, cilantro and couscous. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice and garlic. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Add cheese and toss gently to combine. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 215mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.