Encourage guests to squeeze the juice from the lemon wedges on to the salad.
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Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
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
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omd59@hotmail.co.ukI'm definitely going to be making this salad again. It's a keeper!
Hayat Dogar
h.d@gmail.comThis salad is a great way to use up leftover couscous.
Jared Ariisi
j_a97@hotmail.co.ukI 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
g_tavishi81@yahoo.comThis is one of my favorite salads. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Imran Hameed
ih76@gmail.comI'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
jf@aol.comThis salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect side dish for a summer cookout.
Adele Oelofse
a_oelofse78@hotmail.frI added some grilled chicken to this salad for a heartier meal. It was delicious!
Tesfu Chu
c57@yahoo.comThis is a great salad to make ahead of time. It's even better the next day!
Adebisi Babe
adebisi.b47@yahoo.comI 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
shanicee64@gmail.comThis salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
Remigius Uchenna
r46@gmail.comI'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
b@hotmail.comThis is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.
SUMON DANCER
sumondancer@aol.comI made this salad for a party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors.
Muharram Olii
o_m13@yahoo.comThis salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also great for potlucks and picnics.
patrick chikezie
p.c46@yahoo.comI 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
j_elifas@gmail.comThis 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
carjun@gmail.comI 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
depp_j96@gmail.comThis 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