Mediterranean Couscous Salad Recipe (w Zucchini Yogurt Sauce)

This Mediterranean couscous salad recipe is the best creamy side dish ever! It includes vegetables and kids will still love it. 

The Best Mediterranean Couscous Salad Recipe

I prefer the salad, especially with meat dishes. But it is completely fitting with any type of meal. It is easy to make and doesn’t result in a lot of dirty dishes because it doesn’t require assembling or separate dressing. I use just one bowl to combine all the ingredients.

Give it a chance, jump to the recipe and enjoy the best!

Cooking Couscous – How to Cook?

Mediterranean Couscous Salad – How to Cook Couscous

Cooking couscous can be challenging sometimes because it tends to stick together easily. For that reason, the best and zero-risk way to cook couscous is to boil them for 10 minutes in plenty of hot water.

However, you can also prepare them similar to rice. For 1 cup of couscous, add 1 cup of water and cook them over low heat until all the water is absorbed. To achieve the best results be cautious not to overcook them.

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Yield: 2

Mediterranean Couscous Salad Recipe

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It is a delicious combination of Greek yogurt, couscous, and raw zucchini. Perfect for the whole family, because this salad is a clever way to get kids to eat zucchini.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

• Couscous (1/2 cup, cooked)
• Greek Yogurt (1 cup)
• Mayo (2 tbsp)
• Zucchini (1, small)
• Garlic (2 cloves)
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Boil water in a large pan.
2. Add couscous and boil for 10 minutes.
3. Drain the couscous.
4. Transfer the couscous to a bowl.
5. Thoroughly wash and dry a small-sized zucchini, then grate it into the bowl.
6. Add Greek yogurt and mayo.
7. Add crushed garlic cloves.
8. Add salt and mix all the ingredients.
9. Cover the bowl, place it in the fridge, and let it rest for at least half an hour.

Nutrition Information

Yield

2

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 210Total Fat 11gSaturated Fat 1.8gCholesterol 11mgSodium 1,295mgCarbohydrates 16gNet Carbohydrates 14gFiber 1gSugar 5gProtein 15g

Storage and Leftovers for Mediterranean Couscous Salad

I store my leftover couscous salad in lid closed glass container in your fridge for up to 2 days. Avoid keeping it for longer periods because of the garlic in it.

Conclusion

Try this creamy Mediterranean couscous salad with your meat dishes and please share your opinion in the comments with me. 

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