How to Make Couscous and Cucumber Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Couscous is a versatile and delicious ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy side dish or a hearty main course, couscous can be the perfect addition to your meal. One of our favorite ways to enjoy couscous is in a refreshing and healthy salad, such as this Couscous and Cucumber Salad recipe.

This salad is light, fresh, and bursting with flavor. The combination of fluffy couscous, crisp cucumber, sweet cherry tomatoes, and tangy ...

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Ingredients

  • 10 ounces uncooked couscous
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ cup lemon juice
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cucumber, seeded and chopped
  • ½ cup finely chopped green onions
  • ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 6 leaves lettuce
  • 6 slices lemon

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • In a medium saucepan, bring 1 3/4 cup water to a boil. Stir in couscous; cover. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, 5 minutes. Cool to room temperature.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl combine oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Stir in cucumber, green onion, parsley, basil and couscous. Mix well and chill for at least 1 hour.
  • Line a plate with lettuce leaves. Spoon couscous mixture over leaves and garnish with lemon wedges.
  • Nutrition

    142 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 227mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 22mg
    • Calcium: 32mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 172mg