Couscous Tabouleh Salad

Name: Couscous Tabouleh Salad
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 2⁄3 cup dry couscous; 1 cup boiling water; 1 small ripe tomato, diced; 2 scallions, chopped; 1⁄3 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1 clove garlic, minced; Juice of 1 fresh lemon; 1 Tbsp. olive oil; 1⁄2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

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This refreshing low-sodium salad is a wonderful way to start any meal. For a party, pair fresh veggies with tabouleh and a bowl of homemade hummus.

Serves: 4Hands-on: 20 minutesTotal: 20 minutesDifficulty: Easy

Serves: 4

Ingredients

2⁄3 cup dry couscous
1 cup boiling water
1 small ripe tomato, diced
2 scallions, chopped
1⁄3 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 clove garlic, minced
Juice of 1 fresh lemon
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1⁄2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1
Measure the dry couscous into a small bowl. Stir in the boiling water, cover, and set aside for 5 minutes.
Step 2
Place the tomato, scallion, and parsley into a salad bowl.
Step 3
In a small mixing bowl, place the garlic, lemon juice, oil, and pepper and whisk well to combine.
Step 4
Add the cooked couscous to the salad bowl. Pour dressing over top and stir well to combine. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.