Tangy Chicken Couscous Salad

Brighten up your meal prep routine with this vibrant Tangy Chicken Couscous Salad! Packed with tender shredded chicken, fluffy couscous, and crunchy fresh veggies like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion, this dish is a textural delight. A zesty citrus dressing, made with lemon and orange juice, honey, and a hint of cumin, adds a refreshing tang that perfectly complements the creamy crumbled feta and fragrant herbs like parsley and mint. Ready in just 25 minutes, this wholesome and protein-packed salad is ideal for a quick lunch, potluck favorite, or light dinner. Serve it immediately or let it chill for even more flavor fusion—either way, it's guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1.25 cups boiling water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups chicken breast, cooked and shredded
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons mint leaves, chopped
• 1 whole lemon, juiced
• 1 whole orange, juiced
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the couscous and boiling water. Cover the bowl with a plate or lid and let it sit for 5 minutes until the couscous absorbs the water.

Step 2

Fluff the couscous with a fork and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Stir to coat and set aside to cool.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, orange juice, remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, honey, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the tangy dressing.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture and toss to evenly coat.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top and give the salad a final light toss.

Step 8

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1872.4 grams (1872.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1849

Total Fat 74.20g	95%
Saturated Fat 26.50g	133%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 525mg	175%
Sodium 3171mg	138%
Total Carbohydrate 107.40g	39%
Dietary Fiber 9.00g	32%
Total Sugars 47.50g
Protein 185.00g	370%

Vitamin D 25IU	125%
Calcium 885mg	68%
Iron 13mg	73%
Potassium 3261mg	69%

*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: 36.3%

Protein: 40.3%

Carbs: 23.4%