Mediterranean Couscous Salad Light and Flavorful

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

This Mediterranean Couscous Salad is an easy salad recipe that combines the flavors of fresh vegetables, herbs, and tender couscous for a refreshing dish. It’s perfect as a side or a light lunch, providing a nutritious and satisfying option for any meal.

The recipe comes together quickly and can be customized with your favorite ingredients, making it a versatile choice for any gathering or meal prep.

Quick and Easy Mediterranean Couscous Salad

This salad features fluffy couscous mixed with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and vibrant bell peppers, all tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. With a total prep time of about 20 minutes, this Mediterranean Couscous Salad serves 4-6 people.

Ingredients

1 cup couscous
1 1/4 cups boiling water or vegetable broth
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 medium cucumber, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/4 red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Couscous: In a bowl, combine the couscous and boiling water or broth. Cover and let it sit for about 5 minutes until the liquid is absorbed, then fluff with a fork.
Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the fluffed couscous with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.

Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss well to combine all ingredients evenly.
Serve: Serve the salad warm or chilled, as a side dish or light lunch option.