Couscous Salad Recipe (High Protein & Healthy)

couscous

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa is more nutritious, while bulgur is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

Boil water in a pot.

Add couscous to the boiling water and stir.

Cover the pot and remove from heat; let sit for 5 minutes.

Fluff the couscous with a fork and let cool.

Chop the vegetables and herbs finely.

In a large bowl, combine couscous, vegetables, and herbs.

Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Toss everything together until well mixed.

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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