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Fresh Couscous Veggie Bowl
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Prep Time
15
minutes
mins
Cook Time
10
minutes
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Total Time
25
minutes
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Servings
6
Ingredients
1
cup
Couscous
Dry, uncooked
15
oz
Chickpeas
Canned, rinsed and drained
1
cup
Cucumber
Diced
1
cup
Red bell pepper
Diced
1/2
cup
Kalamata olives
Pitted and halved
1/2
cup
Feta cheese
Crumbled
1/4
cup
Red onion
Finely diced
1/4
cup
Parsley
Fresh, chopped
1/4
cup
Olive oil
Extra virgin
3
tbsp
Lemon juice
Freshly squeezed
Instructions
Cook the couscous according to package directions. Fluff with a fork and let it cool to room temperature.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled couscous, chickpeas, cucumber, red bell pepper, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, red onion, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until all ingredients are well coated.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.