Grilled Mushroom Kababs and Couscous Salad Recipe

Name: Grilled Mushroom Kababs and Couscous Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons cooking oil; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper; 6 large mushrooms (about 1 pound in all), halved; 2 2/3 cups water; 2 2/3 cups couscous; 4 scallions including green tops, sliced; 1 cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and diced; 12 cherry tomatoes, quartered; 1/2 cup chopped cilantro; Grated zest of 1 lemon; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 6 tablespoons olive oil

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons cooking oil
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper
6 large mushrooms (about 1 pound in all), halved
2 2/3 cups water
2 2/3 cups couscous
4 scallions including green tops, sliced
1 cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and diced
12 cherry tomatoes, quartered
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
Grated zest of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon lemon juice
6 tablespoons olive oil

1
Heat the broiler or grill.
2
In a medium bowl, combine the cooking oil, coriander, soy sauce, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the pepper.
3
Mix well.
4
Add the mushrooms; coat thoroughly.
5
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
6
Stir in the couscous.
7
Cover, remove from the heat, and let stand 5 minutes.
8
Fluff with a fork and transfer to a bowl.
9
Add the scallions, cucumber, tomatoes, cilantro, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, and the remaining 2 teaspoons of salt to the couscous.
10
Toss to combine.
11
Divide the mushrooms among four skewers.
12
Broil or grill the mushrooms, turning occasionally, until they are tender and golden brown, about 10 minutes.
13
Serve over the couscous.

500

kcal

Calories

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tablespoons cooking oil, 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 clove garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Grilled Mushroom Kababs and Couscous Salad 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!

Grilled Mushroom Kababs and Couscous Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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