Pearl Couscous Salad with Tomatoes, Green Onion, Cucumber and Parsley

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Pearl Couscous Salad with Tomatoes, Green Onion, Cucumber and Parsley serve in a brown bowl

This pearl couscous salad supports balanced everyday eating with fresh vegetables and grains.
It offers steady energy while remaining light and refreshing.
Tomatoes and cucumber bring calm nourishment without heaviness.
Green onion adds gentle depth while keeping the dish grounding.
Fresh parsley brightens the bowl with simple flavor.
Ideal for maintaining a steady plant-forward lifestyle.

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Pearl Couscous Salad with Tomatoes, Green Onion, Cucumber and Parsley serve in a brown bowl
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Pearl Couscous Salad with Tomatoes, Green Onion, Cucumber and Parsley

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Pearl couscous salad with tomatoes, cucumber, green onion, and parsley for a balanced plant-forward everyday side dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 242

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup pearl couscous
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Bring water to a boil in a pot.
  2. Add pearl couscous and reduce heat.
  3. Simmer for 8-10 minutes until tender.
  4. Drain if needed and let cool slightly.
  5. Transfer couscous to a bowl.
  6. Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and green onions.
  7. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
  8. Season with salt and black pepper.
  9. Toss gently to combine.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 242kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 17mgPotassium: 286mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 465IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Let couscous cool before adding vegetables.
Chop vegetables evenly for balanced texture.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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