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mediterranean couscous salad
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Mediterranean Couscous Salad

This Mediterranean couscous salad is the perfect addition to any summer meal. Serve this veggie-packed salad as a delicious side dish or a colorful main dish. Enjoy!
Prep 20 minutes
Cook 15 minutes
Total 35 minutes
Fat 13
Carbs 32
Protein 7
Yield 8

Ingredients

Chickpeas

  • 15 oz. can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ tablespoon minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon ground oregano
  • teaspoon cayenne pepper

Couscous

Salad Ingredients

  • 2 cups chopped cucumber
  • 10 oz. Cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ medium red onion diced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Zest of one medium lemon
  • ½ cup feta cheese crumbles
  • ¾ cup chopped fresh mint
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Place all of the ingredients for the chickpeas in a microwave safe bowl. Toss the ingredients together until the chickpeas are coated. 
  • Microwave the chickpeas on high for 90 seconds. Mix and set aside for later. 
  • Prepare the couscous. Heat a saucepan over medium/high heat. Add olive oil and lemon juice. 
  • When the olive oil is fragrant add the couscous and salt to the saucepan and toast for 1 minute. 
  • Add the water to the pot and stir. Bring to a boil. 
  • Turn heat to low and cover. Let simmer for 10 minutes or until the couscous has absorbed all the water. The couscous should have a bite. 
  • Remove from heat and fluff the couscous with a fork. Pour the couscous in a bowl and place it in the refrigerator to cool. 
  • Meanwhile, place the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, lemon zest, feta, and mint to a large salad bowl and toss. 
  • When the couscous is cooled (about 15-20 minutes), pour the couscous and garbanzo beans (with oil) into the salad bowl.
  • Toss all the ingredients together until all of the ingredients are combined. 
  • Salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately or place in the refrigerator to chill.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 266kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 13g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g