Quick couscous tabouli salad

Discover a refreshing Quick Couscous Tabouli Salad recipe made with couscous, cherry tomatoes, spearmint, fresh parsley, scallions, and a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for a light, healthy meal!

  • 13 Feb 2025
  • Cook time 0 min
  • Prep time 30 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 9 Ingredients

Quick couscous tabouli salad

Quick couscous tabouli salad is a refreshing and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a light lunch or a side dish. It combines the nutty flavor of couscous with the fresh taste of herbs and vegetables, making it a nutritious and flavorful option that's ready in minutes.

Ingredients:

1 cup couscous
230g
2 tbsp olive oil
27g
2 garlic cloves
6g
2 cherry tomatoes
40g
1 cup parsley
90g
1 cup fresh parsley
60g
1 cup scallions
50g
2 tbsp lemon juice
10g
salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Couscous:
- Place the couscous in a large heatproof bowl.
- Boil 1 cup of water (or follow the package instructions for the correct couscous-to-water ratio). Once boiling, pour the water over the couscous, cover the bowl with a plate or plastic wrap, and let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until the water is absorbed.
- Once the couscous has absorbed all the water, fluff it with a fork to break up any clumps.
2. Prepare the Vegetables and Herbs:
- While the couscous is soaking, mince the garlic cloves.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Finely chop the spearmint and parsley.
- Slice the scallions (white and green parts).
3. Combine Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked couscous, minced garlic, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped spearmint, parsley, and sliced scallions.
- Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture.
4. Season and Toss:
- Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss everything together until evenly mixed and the couscous is well-coated with the oil and lemon juice.
5. Serve:
- Your quick couscous tabouli salad is now ready to be served. It can be enjoyed immediately or chilled in the refrigerator for an hour to let the flavors meld together.

Tips:

- Use a fork to fluff the couscous after it is cooked to maintain its light and airy texture.

- Chop the herbs finely to ensure a uniform texture that blends well with the couscous.

- For a more pronounced flavor, allow the salad to sit in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.

- Feel free to add other fresh vegetables such as cucumber or bell pepper to enhance the salad.

- If you prefer a stronger garlic taste, mince the garlic cloves rather than leaving them whole.

This quick couscous tabouli salad is a versatile and healthy dish that can be enjoyed on its own or as a side to your favorite proteins. It’s packed with fresh herbs and bursting with flavor, making it a great addition to any meal. Enjoy its refreshing taste and wholesome ingredients!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size130 grams
Energy
Calories 80kcal4%
Protein
Protein 2.92g2%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 16g5%
Fiber 1.71g4%
Sugar 1.25g1%
Fat
Fat 7g8%
Saturated 0.99g3%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 70ug7%
Choline 6mg1%
Vitamin B1 0.06mg5%
Vitamin B2 0.04mg3%
Vitamin B3 0.85mg5%
Vitamin B6 0.09mg5%
Vitamin B9 36ug9%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 24mg26%
Vitamin E 0.25mg2%
Vitamin K 250ug206%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 30mg2%
Copper, Cu 0.06mg7%
Iron, Fe 1.24mg11%
Magnesium, Mg 15mg4%
Phosphorus, P 30mg2%
Potassium, K 270mg8%
Selenium, Se 16ug29%
Sodium, Na 12mg1%
Zinc, Zn 0.37mg3%
Water
Water 80g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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