Easy Couscous Salad Recipe

couscous

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur wheat

Quinoa is gluten-free and more nutritious.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Tofu provides protein while being dairy-free.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point.

pomegranate seeds

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: raisins

Dried cranberries add sweetness without high cost.

Cook pearl couscous according to package instructions.

In a big bowl, make the dressing with Dijon mustard, honey, lemon zest, lemon juice, and olive oil.

Add the steaming hot couscous to the dressing in the bowl.

Let the couscous cool in the dressing to soak up the flavors.

Chop fresh herbs (mint, basil, dill) and add to the bowl.

Toss in chopped cucumber and tomatoes or any other fresh veggies you love.

Add chopped walnuts and golden raisins to the salad.

Toss everything together until well mixed.

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