Gordon Ramsay Couscous Salad Recipe

This easy and nutritious couscous salad is the perfect light meal for any time of day. Packed with fresh veggies, herbs, and a zesty dressing, it’s both flavorful and simple to make. You can easily customize it with ingredients you have on hand, making it a versatile and healthy option for any occasion.

Ingredients Needed:

• 1 ½ cups dried Israeli couscous, also called pearl couscous
• Salt and fresh ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
• 2 to 4 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice, depending on taste
• 1 medium English cucumber, diced
• 1 large tomato, diced
• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh herbs; use any combination of fresh parsley, cilantro, basil, dill, or mint
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
• 1/4 cup raisins, we love golden raisins

How To Make Couscous Salad Recipe?

1. Cook the Couscous: Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the couscous and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Drain well.
2. Prepare the Dressing: While the couscous cooks, whisk together olive oil, mustard, honey, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
3. Combine Couscous and Dressing: Add the drained couscous to the bowl with the dressing and mix well to coat.
4. Add the Veggies and Nuts: Stir in the diced cucumber, tomato, fresh herbs, toasted walnuts, and raisins. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
5. Serve: Enjoy the salad warm or cover and refrigerate for about 1 hour until cool.

Recipe Tips:

• Use Fresh Herbs: Fresh herbs make a big difference in flavor. Choose a mix of parsley, cilantro, basil, or mint for a vibrant, aromatic taste.
• Toast the Walnuts: Toasting the walnuts adds a nice crunch and deepens the flavor. Make sure not to burn them!
• Adjust the Lemon Juice: Taste the dressing and adjust the lemon juice to your liking. You can use more or less depending on how tangy you want the salad.
• Cool the Couscous: Allow the couscous to cool before mixing it with the dressing. This helps the salad soak up the flavors better.
• Serve Cold: This salad is best served chilled. Refrigerate for at least an hour to let the flavors meld together.

How To Store Leftovers?

Let the leftover couscous salad cool to room temperature. Once cool, put it in an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 206 kcal
• Total Fat: 11g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 200mg
• Potassium: 200mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 25g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 3g
• Protein: 4g

Try More Gordon Ramsay Recipes:

• Gordon Ramsay Arugula Salad Recipe
• Gordon Ramsay Chicken Salad Recipe
• Gordon Ramsay Broccoli Salad Recipe