Description

Couscous salad with cucumber and mint is a refreshing dish that embodies the essence of summer. With fluffy couscous, crunchy cucumbers, and aromatic mint, each bite offers a burst of flavor that’s perfect for warm afternoons or lively gatherings. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this salad is not only delicious but also versatile enough to serve as a side or light main course.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup quick-cooking couscous
1 medium English cucumber (diced)
¼ cup fresh mint leaves (chopped)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
½ medium red onion (finely diced)
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the Couscous: Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add couscous and a pinch of salt. Cover and remove from heat; let sit for 5 minutes until fluffy.
2. Prep Your Veggies: While couscous cooks, dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely dice the red onion.
3. Add Freshness: Rinse mint leaves under cold water, pat dry, and chop.
4. Mix It All Together: In a large bowl, combine couscous, chopped vegetables, and mint. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
5. Toss & Serve: Gently mix until well combined. Allow resting for at least 10 minutes before serving chilled or at room temperature.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No Cooking
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
Calories: 190
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Feel free to customize with bell peppers or feta cheese for added flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; no reheating needed.