Pearl Couscous Salad

🛒 Ingredients

• Pearl Couscous (dry) 60 g · 216 kcal
• Cucumber, diced 60 g · 10 kcal
• Cherry Tomatoes, halved 60 g · 11 kcal
• Red Bell Pepper, diced 60 g · 18 kcal
• Red Onion, finely chopped 25 g · 10 kcal
• Fresh Parsley, chopped 8 g · 3 kcal
• Fresh Mint, chopped 4 g · 2 kcal
• Lemon Juice 15 g · 5 kcal
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil 15 g · 135 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the pearl couscous according to package instructions until al dente; drain and let cool. Toss with a drizzle of olive oil to prevent sticking.
2. While the couscous cools, finely dice the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion. Roughly chop the fresh parsley and mint.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooled couscous with all the prepared vegetables and herbs.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the couscous and vegetable mixture. Toss gently to ensure everything is well combined and coated.
6. Serve immediately or chill for at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld, then serve cold.