{"id":"b9a7421d-b52b-4823-a8bc-81c55ac6dbba","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/b9a7421d-b52b-4823-a8bc-81c55ac6dbba","source_url":"https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a64689002/summer-couscous-salad-recipe/","title":"Summer Couscous Salad","description":"This easy summer couscous salad recipe, loaded with couscous and colorful vegetables, just might become your new favorite summer salad.","servings":6,"servings_text":"6 serving(s)","prep_time":"PT20M","cook_time":"PT0S","total_time":"PT35M","ingredients":[{"text":"1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil","item":"extra-virgin olive oil","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"2 tbsp. finely chopped fresh parsley","item":"finely chopped fresh parsley","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice","item":"fresh lemon juice","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tbsp. honey","item":"honey","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 tsp. Dijon mustard","item":"Dijon mustard","quantity":2,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes","item":"crushed red pepper flakes","unit":"pinch"},{"text":"Kosher salt","item":"Kosher salt"},{"text":"Freshly ground black pepper","item":"Freshly ground black pepper"},{"text":"1 1/4 c. water","item":"water","quantity":1.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 c. couscous","item":"couscous","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"3/4 tsp. kosher salt","item":"kosher salt","quantity":0.75,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"2 c. arugula","item":"arugula","quantity":2,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1/4 c. coarsely chopped fresh parsley","item":"coarsely chopped fresh parsley","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"2 Persian cucumbers, halved lengthwise, sliced into half-moons","item":"Persian cucumbers, halved lengthwise","quantity":2,"preparation":"sliced into half-moons"},{"text":"1 avocado, cubed","item":"avocado","quantity":1,"preparation":"cubed"},{"text":"1 c. cherry tomatoes, halved","item":"cherry tomatoes","quantity":1,"unit":"cup","preparation":"halved"},{"text":"1 c. fresh or frozen thawed corn kernels","item":"fresh or frozen thawed corn kernels","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"3/4 c. crumbled feta","item":"crumbled feta","quantity":0.75,"unit":"cup"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"In a medium bowl, whisk oil, parsley, lemon juice, honey, mustard, and red pepper flakes; season with salt and black pepper.","section":"Dressing"},{"number":2,"text":"Make Ahead: Dressing can be made 3 days ahead. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate.","section":"Dressing"},{"number":3,"text":"In a medium pot over medium-high heat, bring water to a boil. Add couscous and salt. Stir, cover, and remove from heat. Let steam for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, then transfer to a large bowl.","section":"Salad"},{"number":4,"text":"Add arugula and parsley and stir to combine. Add cucumbers, avocado, tomatoes, corn, and feta. Add dressing and toss to combine. Serve at room temperature.","section":"Salad"},{"number":5,"text":"Make Ahead: Salad (without avocado and dressing) can be made 1 day ahead. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate. Wait to add avocado and dressing until ready to serve.","section":"Salad"}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:50:16.288439+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:50:16.288439+00:00"}