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Spring Couscous Salad

Spring Couscous Salad
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Spring Couscous Salad is a revitalizing dish that embodies the vibrant spirit of spring with its colorful ingredients and refreshing flavors. This delightful salad combines fluffy couscous with crisp vegetables and aromatic herbs, all tossed in a zesty lemony honey-Dijon dressing. Perfect as a quick weeknight meal or a stunning centerpiece for gatherings, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also highly adaptable to your preferences.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for dressing)
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

  1. Cook couscous: Boil vegetable broth or water in a saucepan. Add couscous, salt, and olive oil; stir and cover. Remove from heat and let steam for 5 minutes.
  2. Fluff & cool: Use a fork to fluff the couscous and let it cool at room temperature.
  3. Prepare veggies: Chop tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint.
  4. Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine cooled couscous with vegetables and olives.
  5. Whisk dressing: In a separate bowl, mix lemon juice, olive oil (for dressing), honey, and Dijon mustard.
  6. Combine & serve: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently before serving chilled or at room temperature.

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