Description
Cucumber Lemon Couscous Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly balances zesty lemon and crunchy cucumbers. Ideal for summer barbecues, picnics, or quick lunches, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also brimming with nutrients. The creamy feta adds richness while the fresh parsley enhances the flavor profile. Whether served as a side or a light main course, this dish is delightful and versatile enough to suit any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked couscous
- 1 cup cubed feta cheese
- 1 cup diced English cucumber
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked couscous, feta cheese, diced cucumber, chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, and garlic powder.
- Gently toss until all ingredients are well mixed and the couscous is coated with lemon juice.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness or cover and refrigerate to enhance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg