COOL COUSCOUS SALAD

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Here's a refreshing lunch or dinner for hot summer days or any time you want to eat light. I combine hearty couscous and tangy feta cheese for Mediterranean flair, and then I top it off with my favorite balsamic vinaigrette for a punch of flavor. -Tiffany Blepp, Olathe, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup water
1/4 cup uncooked couscous
1/3 cup garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup seeded chopped cucumber
1 small plum tomato, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup prepared balsamic vinaigrette
2 lettuce leaves
2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in couscous. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5-10 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork; cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour., In a small bowl, combine the garbanzo beans, cucumber, tomato and couscous. Pour dressing over couscous mixture; toss to coat. Place lettuce leaves on 2 individual serving plates. Top with couscous mixture; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 484mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Ibrahim Zakari
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I highly recommend this salad. It's a delicious and healthy side dish that's perfect for any occasion.


Reach Participant
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. It's even better the next day.


Radha Shah
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoy this salad. It's a great way to get my daily dose of vegetables.


Onyiyechi Onukwube
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I love the addition of fresh herbs to this salad. It really brightens up the flavor.


Isiah Brown
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic.


Mhr Lal Mhr Lal Kabir
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful.


Md. Tasin
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Stephanie Richter
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I'm not a big fan of couscous, but this salad changed my mind. It's so light and refreshing.


Evans Ntere
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


badsha jahid
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I used quinoa instead of couscous and it turned out great.


Michael Barrientes
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I wasn't sure about the lemon-tahini dressing at first, but it's actually really good. It gives the salad a nice tangy flavor.


Kamala dhami
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!


MD aktar Hassain
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make and doesn't require any special ingredients.


Paige Sims
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This couscous salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish, perfect for summer gatherings. The combination of fresh vegetables, herbs, and lemon-tahini dressing is delicious and satisfying.