COOL COUSCOUS SALAD
Here's a refreshing lunch or dinner for hot summer days or any time you want to eat light. I combine hearty couscous and tangy feta cheese for Mediterranean flair, and then I top it off with my favorite balsamic vinaigrette for a punch of flavor. -Tiffany Blepp, Olathe, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in couscous. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5-10 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork; cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour., In a small bowl, combine the garbanzo beans, cucumber, tomato and couscous. Pour dressing over couscous mixture; toss to coat. Place lettuce leaves on 2 individual serving plates. Top with couscous mixture; sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 484mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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Justine Nanozi
[email protected]I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.
Lethabo Noko
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Sheree Talke
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The sweetness of the fruit pairs perfectly with the tanginess of the dressing.
Martina Garcia
[email protected]This salad is a great make-ahead dish. It's even better the next day.
John Mann
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's now one of my go-to salads.
aneila ramdass
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect summer dish.
Sean Pedro
[email protected]I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
longsox 82
[email protected]The dressing for this salad is amazing! It's the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
Sajeda Akter
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
Moaaz Mohammed
[email protected]I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove vegetables depending on what you have on hand.
Abida Sabir
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Tu fa Yel
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of couscous, but this salad changed my mind. The dressing is so flavorful and the vegetables add a nice crunch.
chadischildish
[email protected]This couscous salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the鮮豔色彩和各種蔬菜 mixture. I even had people asking for the recipe.