Mediterranean Grilled Vegetable and Couscous Salad

Mediterranean Grilled Vegetable and Couscous Salad

VegetarianMediterraneanLunchHealthyEasyFamily-Friendly
⏱️ 20m PREP
🔥 15m COOK
👥 4 SERVINGS
320 CAL/SERV
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Overview

A vibrant and flavorful salad featuring grilled vegetables paired with fluffy couscous, tossed in a zesty lemon dressing for a refreshing Mediterranean experience.

Macronutrients per serving

62
grams
Protein
8.0g 13%
Fat
16.0g 26%
Carbs
38.0g 61%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C
35% DV
Supports immune function
☀️ Vitamin A
15% DV
Important for vision and immune health
🌾 Fiber
6 grams
Helps maintain digestive health
🔺 Potassium
12% DV
Essential for heart and muscle function

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 medium zucchini sliced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 medium eggplant sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Lemon Dressing

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 clove garlic minced

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. 2 Bring the vegetable broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in the couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  3. 3 Toss the zucchini, red bell pepper, and eggplant slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. 4 Grill the vegetable slices for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are tender and have grill marks.
  5. 5 In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and minced garlic to make the dressing.
  6. 6 In a large bowl, combine the cooked couscous, grilled vegetables, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and parsley.
  7. 7 Pour the lemon dressing over the salad and toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
  8. 8 Serve the salad warm or at room temperature, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

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