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Mediterranean Couscous Salad
This Mediterranean couscous salad is ready in just 15 minutes, easy to make, and loads mixed fresh veggies with chewy couscous and protein-rich chickpeas in a bright balsamic vinaigrette for a delicious and nutritious summery light main or side!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 to 6
Calories: 510 kcal
Course:
Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 1 cup of uncooked couscous
- 1 cup of vegetable broth
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 (15-ounce) can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 red or green bell pepper, diced
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- ½ cup of black olives, pitted and sliced
- ½ red onion, diced
- 1 lemon
- ¼ cup of parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil, to taste
- 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of agave or maple syrup
- Salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium pot over medium heat, add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Once the broth starts to boil, add the couscous. Quickly place the lid on the pan, remove the pot from the heat and allow it to sit undisturbed for 5 to 10 minutes. Remove the lid and fluff with a fork.
- Transfer the couscous to a large salad bowl and allow it to cool completely.
- Add the tomatoes, chickpeas, bell pepper, cucumber, olives, onion, lemon, and parsley.
- In a small bowl or jar, mix the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, agave or maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Mix well and pour to taste over the salad.
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Notes
- For enhanced flavor: Lightly toast the couscous until fragrant before adding the broth for a nuttier flavor that enhances any salad with couscous.
- To save time: Utilize any kitchen tools you have, like a mandoline or food chopper, to speed up the vegetable prep.
- Chop the veggies evenly: Adapt the texture by deciding how big/small to make them. Even-sized pieces are recommended.
- Use the freshest ingredients: This vegetable couscous salad relies on simple produce, so make sure it’s fresh for the best overall texture/flavor.
Nutrition Information
Calories
510kcal
(26%)
Carbohydrates
76g
(25%)
Protein
17g
(34%)
Fat
16g
(25%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
10g
Sodium
532mg
(22%)
Potassium
713mg
(20%)
Fiber
13g
(52%)
Sugar
13g
(26%)
Vitamin A
885IU
(18%)
Vitamin C
57mg
(63%)
Calcium
106mg
(11%)
Iron
5mg
(28%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4to 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories 510
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 510kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 76g | 25% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Sodium | 532mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 713mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 13g | 52% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 885IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 57mg | 63% |
| Calcium | 106mg | 11% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.