Gazpacho Couscous Salad

Brighten up your summer table with this vibrant Gazpacho Couscous Salad, a refreshing twist on the classic Spanish chilled soup. Bursting with the bold flavors of fresh cucumber, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and aromatic herbs like parsley and basil, this dish combines the heartiness of fluffy couscous with the zesty tang of a sherry vinegar and tomato juice dressing. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or picnic favorite. Packed with wholesome ingredients and chilled to perfection, it’s an ideal way to stay cool and savor the flavors of summer.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1.25 cups water
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 medium red onion
• 1 clove garlic
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
• 0.5 cup tomato juice
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Bring 1.25 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 2

Stir in 1 cup of couscous, cover with a lid, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5–7 minutes to absorb the water.

Step 3

Fluff the couscous using a fork and set aside to cool to room temperature.

Step 4

Finely dice the cucumber, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Mince the garlic. Set aside the chopped vegetables.

Step 5

Chop the parsley and basil finely and set aside.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together sherry vinegar, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, tomato juice, lemon juice, black pepper, and a pinch of salt to create the dressing.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled couscous with the diced vegetables, herbs, and minced garlic.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and gently toss everything together until evenly combined.

Step 9

Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1193.9 grams (1193.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	687

Total Fat 43.60g	56%
Saturated Fat 6.30g	32%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3031mg	132%
Total Carbohydrate 68.20g	25%
Dietary Fiber 9.50g	34%
Total Sugars 16.50g
Protein 12.00g	24%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 142mg	11%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 1445mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.0%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 38.3%