Couscous Tabbouleh Recipe

Name: Couscous Tabbouleh
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup couscous; Salt to taste; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 cup warm water; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley; 1/4 cup finely chopped mint; 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced; 1 small cucumber, diced; Small romaine lettuce leaves for scoops

Servings: persons

1
Put the couscous in a glass or ceramic bowl, and toss with the salt and cumin.
2
Mix together 1/4 cup of the lemon juice and the water, and pour over the couscous.
3
Let sit for 30 minutes, stirring the mixture from time to time or rubbing between your fingers and thumbs to prevent it from lumping.
4
Cover with a plate, and microwave on 100 per cent power for one minute; or line a steamer with a kitchen towel, place the couscous in it and steam for 10 minutes.
5
Carefully remove the plate, or remove from the steamer, and return to the bowl.
6
Stir in the remaining lemon juice and the olive oil, and allow to cool.
7
Toss with the remaining ingredients, except the lettuce leaves.
8
Taste and adjust seasonings.
9
Refrigerate until ready to serve.
10
Serve, using the romaine lettuce leaves as scoopers.

175

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup couscous, Salt to taste, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Couscous Tabbouleh falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Couscous Tabbouleh

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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