Fresh Lemon Herb Couscous Salad

Name: Fresh Lemon Herb Couscous Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups dried Israeli couscous/pearl couscous; 1/2 salt and 1/4 fresh ground black pepper (or to taste); 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon honey; 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest; 2 to 4 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice, depending on taste; 1 medium cucumber diced; 1 large tomato diced; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh herbs; use any combination of fresh parsley, cilantro, basil, dill, or mint; 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

With an abundance of texture from crisp cucumbers, fresh tomatoes, and crunchy nuts, our fresh lemon herb couscous salad is sure to be your new favorite recipe.

Fresh Lemon Herb Couscous Salad

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Servings

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Calories

219

Author:

Montana Ranch and Cattle Company

With an abundance of texture from crisp cucumbers, fresh tomatoes, and crunchy nuts, our fresh lemon herb couscous salad is sure to be your new favorite recipe. Top it off with chicken or shrimp for extra protein, and make it your main course!

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups dried Israeli couscous/pearl couscous
1/2 salt and 1/4 fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
2 to 4 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice, depending on taste
1 medium cucumber diced
1 large tomato diced
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh herbs; use any combination of fresh parsley, cilantro, basil, dill, or mint
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

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Directions

Fill a large saucepan with salted water and bring to a boil. Add couscous and cook until tender (about 8-10 minutes). Once finished drain.
While the couscous cooks, whisk together the oil, mustard, honey, lemon zest, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Once all the ingredients are fully incorporated, add the drained couscous to the dressing and mix well.
Stir in the cucumber, tomato, herbs, and walnuts. Enjoy warm or cover, then refrigerate until cool.

Recipe Note

Add chicken, shrimp, or salmon for extra protein.

Nutrition

Calories 219, Carbs 29 grams, Protein 5 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Sugar 9 grams

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