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Herby Pearl Couscous Salad

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Chill Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

Salad

  • 100 g dry pearl couscous
  • 3 small cucumbers chopped
  • 4 scallions chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh dill finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley finely chopped
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese

Dressing

  • cup olive oil
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Cook the pearl couscous according to package instructions and drain if necessary.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked couscous, cucumbers, scallions, dill, parsley, and feta cheese.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and salt.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
  • Add additional olive oil if needed.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
  • Serve chilled.

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Notes

  • Best made ahead of time.
  • Can be refrigerated overnight.
  • Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for a complete meal.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.