Quick Mediterranean Couscous Bowl

A bright, refreshing, and no-cook salad that comes together in minutes. Perfect for a light lunch, a side dish, or a healthy meal prep option.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 0

Total Time 10

Course Lunch, Side Dish

Cuisine Mediterranean

Servings servings

Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

Salad

1 cup couscous cooked and fluffed
1 cucumber diced
1 tomato diced
1/4 cup olives sliced
2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Dressing

2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked couscous, diced cucumber, diced tomato, sliced olives, and chopped parsley.
In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss gently to combine everything evenly.
Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

This salad is highly adaptable. Add crumbled vegan feta, chickpeas for protein, or chopped fresh mint for extra freshness. It keeps well in the fridge for up to 2 days, making it perfect for meal prep.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Keyword No-Cook, Vegan

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