Chickpea Couscous Salad
Chickpea Couscous Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines fluffy whole wheat couscous with protein-packed chickpeas and fresh vegetables. Tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing, this colorful salad bursts with flavor and freshness in every bite. Perfect for summer picnics or quick weeknight dinners, it can easily be customized to suit your taste. Serve it as a refreshing main dish or a delightful side, and impress your guests with its irresistible charm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole wheat couscous
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the couscous according to package instructions; let it cool.
- Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas.
- Dice the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and chop the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked couscous, chickpeas, chopped vegetables, and parsley.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice; drizzle over the salad and toss well.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize by adding feta cheese or avocado for creaminess. Use herbs like cilantro or mint for an extra flavor boost. For added crunch, include nuts or seeds in your salad.