Mediterranean Couscous Salad

Lunch

Mediterranean Couscous Salad

360kcal
12gprotein
15 minprep
5 mincook
2servings
Easy

Fluffy couscous with cucumber, cherry tomatoes, olives, feta, and a lemon herb dressing. A vibrant Mediterranean salad perfect for meal prep.

vegetarianmeal-prep

Ingredients

  • 150g couscous
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 200g cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 50g kalamata olives, halved
  • 60g reduced-fat feta, crumbled
  • Fresh mint and parsley
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper

Method

  1. 1

    Pour boiling water over couscous, cover 5 min, fluff.

  2. 2

    Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, and oregano.

  3. 3

    Combine couscous with cucumber, tomatoes, and olives.

  4. 4

    Toss with dressing, top with feta and herbs.

Tip: Couscous is a good source of selenium, an antioxidant mineral that supports thyroid function and immune health.

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