Lemon and Herb Couscous Salad
A great side dish or main if you add some protein like chicken, shrimp or tofu
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups couscous (uncooked)
- 1-2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp spicy brown mustard
- 1/4 cup avocado or olive oil
- 1 handful fresh basil or 1 tbsp basil paste
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1 large seedless cucumber
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook couscous according to package
- Add the lemon juice, zest, mustard, oil and basil to a bowl and mix
- Chop all vegetables
- Once the couscous is cooked add the dressing and stir. Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes after.
- Mix vegetables in with the dressing and add salt and pepper to taste
Notes
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