Mediterranean Couscous Salad
Description
Fresh, colorful, and full of Mediterranean-inspired flavor, this Mediterranean Couscous Salad is as beautiful as it is delicious. Fluffy couscous is tossed with roasted red peppers, juicy Roma tomatoes, black olives, toasted pine nuts, and cubes of vegan cheese, then coated in a vibrant dressing of fresh lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, oregano, and basil. Every bite offers the perfect balance of bright citrus, savory herbs, and satisfying texture.
Whether you're serving it at a picnic, bringing it to a potluck, or enjoying it as a light lunch or simple dinner (see below for a dinner idea), this versatile salad is always a welcome addition to the table. It can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully, making every forkful even more delicious than the last.
Ingredients
Dressing
Instructions
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Salad
Make the couscous according to the package instructions.
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Transfer the couscous to a large bowl and fluff with a fork.
Cool to room temperature.
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Add the red peppers, tomato, olives, pine nuts, and cheese, and toss to combine.
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Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and basil, then season with salt and pepper.
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Gently fold the dressing into the couscous until everything is well combined.
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Adjust seasonings to taste. Garnish with fresh basil and serve.
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Refrigerate any leftovers and enjoy within three days.
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This "salad" can also be served warm as a delicious filling for roasted peppers. Cut two bell peppers (any color) in half, remove the seeds, and lightly spray with cooking oil. Place in a 400° F oven for 20 minutes. Fill with the couscous filling, then return to the oven for 10 more minutes. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
Serving Size Approximately 1 cup
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 386kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18.6g29%
- Saturated Fat 3.2g16%
- Sodium 432mg18%
- Potassium 284mg9%
- Total Carbohydrate 45.8g16%
- Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%
- Sugars 3.8g
- Protein 9.4g19%
- Vitamin A 720 IU
- Vitamin C 24 mg
- Calcium 118 mg
- Iron 2.2 mg
- Vitamin E 2.6 mg
- Vitamin K 18 mcg
- Vitamin B6 0.14 mg
- Folate 52 mcg
- Magnesium 42 mg
- Zinc 1.3 mg
- Selenium 16 mcg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
