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Arugula Couscous Salad Recipe

Ready for a bite of spring? This lemony Arugula Couscous Salad is filled with fresh, bright, and crisp flavors. Pair it with your favorite protein or make ahead to enjoy all week long.

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 236 kcal
Course: Salad , Appetizer , Others
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cup dry couscous
  • 1 cup English cucumber
  • ⅓ cup feta cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley
  • 2 tbsp Crushed almonds
  • 2 cups arugula
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp hot sauce
  • ¼ tsp lemon pepper
  • 2 tsp olive oil

Instructions

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  1. Prepare the couscous (or other grain of choice) according to the box instructions. You’ll need a sauce pot, strainer, and rubber spatula for this step. 
  2. While the couscous is cooking, wash and dry the rest of the fresh ingredients. Finely chop the cucumber, parsley, and crush the almonds.
  3. Allow the couscous to cool before you continue with any next steps. We don’t want it to cook any of our other ingredients by being too hot.
  4. Then, add the couscous, cucumber, feta cheese, parsley, almonds, and arugula to the salad bowl. Toss together.
  5. In a mason jar, add the dressing ingredients together. I recommend doubling and storing the rest in the fridge for when enjoying the salad. Shake until well combined.
  6. Toss the salad with dressing and serve!

Notes

  • Store this salad in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3 days. Note: The couscous will absorb the dressing. So if you’re making this for meal prep, it’s best if you make additional dressing or add the dressing prior to serving.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 serving Calories 236kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 38g (13%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Cholesterol 6mg (2%) Sodium 105mg (4%) Potassium 97mg (3%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 4g (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 236

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 serving
Calories 236kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 38g 13%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Sodium 105mg 4%
Potassium 97mg 2%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 4g 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.