Israeli Couscous Tabbouleh

A fresh and vibrant Middle Eastern-inspired salad featuring pearl-like Israeli couscous, crisp vegetables, and aromatic herbs dressed in a light lemon and olive oil vinaigrette.

6 servings
30 min

Ingredients

  • cups Israeli couscous
  • 1 small shallot
  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 whole English hothouse cucumber
  • 3 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint
  • to taste Kosher salt
  • to taste freshly ground pepper

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Cook couscous according to package directions; drain. Rinse with cold water and drain well.

    15 min

  2. 2.

    Whisk shallot, oil, and 2 tablespoons lemon juice in a large bowl. Add couscous, cucumber, tomatoes, parsley, and mint; season with salt, pepper, and more lemon juice, if desired, and toss to combine.

    10 min

  3. 3.

    DO AHEAD: Israeli Couscous Tabbouleh can be made 1 day ahead (omit herbs). Cover and chill. Fold in herbs just before serving.

    5 min