COUSCOUS AND CUCUMBER SALAD

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Encourage guests to squeeze the juice from the lemon wedges on to the salad.

Provided by KRISTAB

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

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

Steps:

  • 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 Facts : Calories 142.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 227.2 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

MD omor faruk MD omor faruk
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I'm definitely going to be making this salad again. It's a keeper!


Hayat Dogar
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover couscous.


Jared Ariisi
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it. It's a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Tavishi Gupta
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This is one of my favorite salads. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Imran Hameed
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes. This one definitely fits the bill! It's a great way to change up my usual salad routine.


Jack Foley
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect side dish for a summer cookout.


Adele Oelofse
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad for a heartier meal. It was delicious!


Tesfu Chu
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This is a great salad to make ahead of time. It's even better the next day!


Adebisi Babe
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few simple ingredients, but they come together to create a really delicious salad.


Shanice Edwards
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Remigius Uchenna
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I'm not a huge fan of cucumber, but this salad changed my mind. The dressing is so flavorful that it really brings out the best in the cucumber.


Roy Brownjr
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This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


SUMON DANCER
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I made this salad for a party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors.


Muharram Olii
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also great for potlucks and picnics.


patrick chikezie
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I love this recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover couscous and cucumbers. I also like to add some chopped red onion and feta cheese for extra flavor.


Jonas Elifas
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This salad was easy to make and packed with flavor. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The couscous was cooked to perfection and the dressing was just the right amount of tangy and refreshing.


Arjun Chaudhary
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved the combination of textures and flavors. The couscous was light and fluffy, while the cucumber added a refreshing crunch. The dressing was the perfect finishing touch, with a subtle tan


Jack Depp
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This couscous and cucumber salad was a delightful dish! The flavors were perfectly balanced, with the tangy dressing complementing the refreshing cucumber and fluffy couscous. I especially loved the addition of the fresh herbs, which added a vibrant