CUCUMBER AND ISRAELI COUSCOUS SALAD
I love this tabbouleh-like mixture because of all the herbs and refreshing flavors, and also because of the nice contrast in textures. Make sure that you cook the couscous until the spheres are tender but not gummy. I have seen package directions that call for too little water; make sure you cook them in twice their volume of water.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat one tablespoon of the olive oil over medium-high heat in a medium saucepan and add the couscous. Stir until the couscous begins to color and smell toasty, 4 to 5 minutes. Add 2 cups water and salt to taste and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer 15 minutes, or until the couscous is tender. Drain if any liquid remains in the pan.
- Transfer the couscous to a large bowl and toss with the lemon juice, parsley, mint, tomatoes, cucumbers, scallions or chives and salt to taste. Add the olive oil, toss together, taste and adjust seasonings. Serve with lettuce leaves.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 174, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 424 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
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Lucy Mugi
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of cucumbers, Israeli couscous, and dressing. It's the perfect side dish for a summer party.
Sagheer Bahwalpuri
[email protected]I've made this salad a few times now and it's always a hit. I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's the perfect side dish for a summer barbecue.
Ihtesham Khan
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover cucumbers. It's also a healthy and refreshing side dish.
QASIM ONLION
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cucumbers, but this salad is really good! The dressing is light and flavorful, and the cucumbers add a nice crunch.
singh Krishti
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time.
Narene Russell
[email protected]I made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.
Dana Walden
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover cucumbers. It's also a healthy and refreshing side dish.
Beauty touch
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of cucumber salads, but this one is really good! The Israeli couscous adds a nice texture and the dressing is flavorful.
Shakeel Akhter
[email protected]This salad is perfect for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and the cucumbers add a nice crunch.
Mondli Mahlomuza
[email protected]I made this salad for a picnic and it was a hit! Everyone loved the refreshing flavors.
Md Mohan
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love that I can use fresh or leftover cucumbers.
Kacper Zdziebko
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! I loved the combination of cucumbers, Israeli couscous, and dressing.
Amirabbasi Amirabbasi
[email protected]I've made this salad a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The cucumbers add a refreshing crunch, the Israeli couscous is a nice change from regular couscous, and the dressing is light and flavorful.
Pranik Thapa
[email protected]This salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. I especially liked the Israeli couscous, which added a nice nutty flavor.