Salmon Couscous Salad
This Salmon Couscous Salad is a delightful and nutritious dish featuring fluffy couscous combined with flaky salmon, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing, perfect for a quick meal.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup couscous Use regular or gluten-free couscous
- 1 ¼ cups water For cooking couscous
- 1 cup cooked salmon, flaked Can use canned or freshly cooked salmon
- 1 medium cucumber, diced Add crunch and freshness
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (parsley, dill, mint), chopped Customize with your choice of herbs
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled Can substitute with goat cheese or omit
- ¼ cup olive oil Use high-quality for best flavor
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice Freshly squeezed is best
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a pot, bring 1 1/4 cups of water to a boil.
- Add 1 cup of couscous to the boiling water, then remove it from heat.
- Cover and let it sit for 5 minutes. Once done, fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains.
Assembly
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked couscous, 1 cup of flaked salmon, 1 diced cucumber, chopped fresh herbs, and 1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese.
Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste.
Combine the salad
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything together to ensure it is well-coated.
Serve
- You can serve the salad immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for better flavor.
Notes
Great for meal prep; store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Serve cold or gently reheat in the microwave if desired.
