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High Protein Mediterranean Couscous Salad

A nutritious and filling salad packed with protein-rich ingredients like couscous and chickpeas, perfect for lunch or as a side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 1 cup couscous Use whole wheat couscous for extra fiber.
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium pot, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add the couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add the couscous to the vegetable mixture and pour the dressing over. Toss to combine.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later. This salad looks great on a plate and can be chilled for a couple of hours to let flavors mix.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. Toss before serving as the dressing may settle. You can customize this salad by adding olives, artichokes, or different herbs like mint or dill.