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Lemony Cucumber Couscous Salad

Lemony Cucumber Couscous Salad is a light, fresh, and vibrant pasta salad perfect for any summer meal. 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6 1 cup each
Calories: 250 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Salad , Lunch
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups pearl couscous $2.20
  • 1 Fresh Lemon $0.89
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil $0.32
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder $0.02
  • 1/4 tsp salt $0.02
  • 1 English cucumber $1.49
  • 1/2 cup parsley $0.27
  • 1/4 tsp freshly cracked pepper $0.02
  • 3 oz. feta cheese, crumbled $1.23

Instructions

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  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the couscous and continue to boil for about 5 minutes, or until the couscous is tender. Drain the couscous in a colander or wire strainer. Rinse briefly with cool water to cool off the couscous, then allow to drain while you prepare the rest of the salad.
  2. Zest the lemon and then squeeze the juice. You'll need about ½ tsp of zest and 3 Tbsp of juice.
  3. Add the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and some freshly cracked pepper to a bowl and stir to combine.
  4. Chop the cucumber into quarter-rounds and roughly chop the parsley.
  5. Add the cooled and drained couscous to a large bowl along with the cucumber, parsley, lemon zest, and feta. Pour the dressing over top, then stir to combine. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.

Notes

  • If you are substituting regular couscous for Israeli couscous, be aware that the cooking instructions are different. You can find instructions and step by step photos in this recipe post. You can substitute orzo for the couscous without any adjustments.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1cup Calories 250kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 36g (12%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 8g (12%) Sodium 265mg (11%) Fiber 3g (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 61 cup each

Amount Per Serving

Calories 250

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cup
Calories 250kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 36g 12%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 8g 12%
Sodium 265mg 11%
Fiber 3g 12%

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