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Lemon Herb Couscous Salad

February 6, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

Cooking for two can be quite thrifty and healthy if you don’t have to feed an army each meal! This Lemon Herb Couscous is the perfect portion for two without the hassle of scaling anything down. Pair it with our Stuffed Flank Steak or our Parmesan Breaded Chicken!

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2 1 cup servings
Lemon Herb Couscous Salad
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Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked pearl couscous approximately 1/3 cup dry couscous depending on brand
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tablespoonn honey
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoonn dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 medium cucumber chopped
  • 4 scallions chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley chopped
Servings: 1 cup servings
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Instructions
  1. Cook the couscous according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to fully cool, let drain and dry.
  2. Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic, oregano, salt and black pepper.
  3. Toss couscous in the marinade. Add the cucumber, scallions, dill, and parsley.
  4. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Recipe Notes

Lemon Herb Couscous Salad

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 1 cup (312g)
servings per container 2

Amount per serving
Calories	440					

% Daily Value
Total Fat	29	g			37	%	
Saturated Fat	2	g			10	%	
Trans Fat	0	g					
Cholesterol	0	mg			0	%	
Sodium	310	mg			13	%	
Total Carbohydrate	42	g			15	%	
Dietary Fiber	4	g			14	%	
Total Sugars	14	g					
Added Sugars	9	g			18	%	
Protein	7	g					

Vitamin D	0	mcg			0	%	
Calcium	113	mg			8	%	
Iron	3	mg			15	%	
Potassium	559	mg			10	%

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: couscous, cucumber, Salad, Side Dishes, Vegetarian

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