Lebanese Couscous Salad

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 Lebanese couscous in a big pot of salted boiling water for about 10 minutes.

Chop cucumber, olives, and tomatoes.

In a serving dish, mix the cooked couscous with chopped vegetables and chickpeas.

Drizzle with pomegranate molasses and add fresh chopped mint before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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