Irresistible Flavorful Mediterranean Couscous Salad Crave Worthy Dish

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A vibrant and refreshing couscous salad inspired by classic Mediterranean flavors, perfect for any occasion.

· Couscous: 1 ½ cups

· Water: 1 ½ cups

· Olive oil: 2 tablespoons + ⅓ cup

· Salt: ¾ teaspoon total

· Cherry tomatoes, halved: 1 ½ cups

· Cucumber, diced: 1 large (about 1 ½ cups)

· Red bell pepper, chopped: 1 cup

· Red onion, finely diced: ¼ cup

· Fresh parsley, chopped: ½ cup

· Fresh mint, chopped: ¼ cup

· Kalamata-style olives, sliced: ½ cup

· Feta-style cheese, crumbled: ¾ cup

· Fresh lemon juice: ¼ cup

· Garlic, minced: 1 clove

· Ground cumin: ½ teaspoon

· Black pepper: ¼ teaspoon

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1. Bring water to a boil, add salt and olive oil, stir in couscous, cover, and steam for 5 minutes. Fluff and cool.

2. Prepare all vegetables and place them in a large bowl.

3. Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper.

4. Add couscous to vegetables and toss with dressing.

5. Fold in herbs, olives, and feta-style cheese.

6. Let rest briefly before serving.

· For best flavor, let the salad rest before serving.

· Refresh leftovers with a splash of olive oil and lemon juice.

· Customize with seasonal vegetables or chickpeas for added heartiness.

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