COUSCOUS AND CUCUMBER SALAD
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
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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[email protected]I'm definitely going to be making this salad again. It's a keeper!
Hayat Dogar
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover couscous.
Jared Ariisi
[email protected]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
[email protected]This is one of my favorite salads. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Imran Hameed
[email protected]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
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect side dish for a summer cookout.
Adele Oelofse
[email protected]I added some grilled chicken to this salad for a heartier meal. It was delicious!
Tesfu Chu
[email protected]This is a great salad to make ahead of time. It's even better the next day!
Adebisi Babe
[email protected]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
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
Remigius Uchenna
[email protected]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
[email protected]This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.
SUMON DANCER
[email protected]I made this salad for a party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors.
Muharram Olii
[email protected]This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also great for potlucks and picnics.
patrick chikezie
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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