The Perfect Cous Cous Salad for Any Occasion | Easy Salad Recipe

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese offers lower fat content while ricotta is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is a healthier fat option, while canola oil is usually cheaper.

cherry tomatoes

🥗Healthier: heirloom tomatoes

💰Cheaper: regular tomatoes

Heirloom tomatoes are often more flavorful, while regular tomatoes are more budget-friendly.

couscous

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa is a protein-rich alternative, while rice is generally less expensive.

Boil a large pot of salted water.

Add 1 and 1/2 cups of pearl couscous to the boiling water and reduce heat to a simmer.

Cook the couscous for about 8 minutes, checking the package for specific timing.

Drain the couscous and run it through cold water to cool it down.

Return the couscous to the warm saucepan to dry it out a bit.

Chop baby spinach into smaller pieces for easier eating.

Drain and rinse 1 can of chickpeas.

Chop about 3/4 cup of dried cranberries into smaller pieces.

Dice the cucumber and add it to the salad.

Dice half of a red onion and add it to the salad, adjusting the amount based on its strength.

Chop about 1 cup of fresh mint leaves, discarding the stems.

Add the chopped mint and parsley to the salad.

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.

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