
Couscous tabbouleh salad
- Serves 4
- Prep time: 15 mins | Cooking time: 0 mins0
Inspired by classic Lebanese tabbouleh, this couscous tabbouleh salad is a quick and easy side dish for any occasion. With few ingredients and maximum flavour, this colourful dish is a great staple recipe to add to your repertoire!
Recipe by: Developed in partnership with the Heart Foundation
Ingredients
1 ½ cups couscous
4 tomatoes, deseeded and diced
1 cup fresh mint, chopped
1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
2 spring onions, finely sliced
Method
Place the couscous in a large bowl and pour over 2 ¾ cups of boiling water. Cover and leave to absorb for 5 minutes.
Once the couscous has absorbed the liquid, remove the cover and fluff with a fork. Leave to cool for 10-15 minutes, then stir through the diced tomatoes, fresh mint, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice and spring onions.
Season with salt and pepper, then toss well to combine. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days