Tabouli Chickpea Couscous Salad

Brighten up your table with this vibrant Tabouli Chickpea Couscous Salad, a wholesome twist on traditional tabbouleh that combines fluffy couscous, protein-packed chickpeas, and fresh, crisp vegetables. This easy-to-make salad bursts with Mediterranean flavors, thanks to aromatic parsley, cooling mint, and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing. Juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and optional creamy feta cheese add layers of texture and color, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is perfect as a light lunch, a side dish, or a refreshing make-ahead meal for picnics and gatherings. Plus, it’s vegetarian, versatile, and packed with nutrients—perfect for those looking for a healthy and flavorful dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Couscous
• 1.25 cups Boiling water
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 can Chickpeas (canned, rinsed and drained)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 cup Cucumber (diced)
• 1 cup Fresh parsley (finely chopped)
• 0.25 cup Fresh mint (finely chopped)
• 2 stalks Green onions (sliced thin)
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese (optional, crumbled)

Directions

Step 1

Place the couscous in a heatproof bowl. Pour 1 1/4 cups of boiling water over the couscous. Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and let it sit for 5 minutes.

Step 2

Fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains. Let it cool to room temperature while preparing the remaining ingredients.

Step 3

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and minced garlic to make the dressing.

Step 4

In a large salad bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, mint, green onions, and feta cheese (if using).

Step 5

Add the cooled couscous to the salad bowl and toss gently to combine all ingredients.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well to evenly coat all ingredients.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1789.3 grams (1789.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1748

Total Fat 81.40g	104%
Saturated Fat 25.90g	130%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.10g
Cholesterol 107mg	36%
Sodium 3676mg	160%
Total Carbohydrate 196.30g	71%
Dietary Fiber 49.60g	177%
Total Sugars 37.10g
Protein 73.60g	147%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1621mg	125%
Iron 35mg	197%
Potassium 4605mg	98%

*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: 40.4%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 43.3%