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Cucumber, Mango, and Avocado Couscous Salad with Mint-Chile Vinaigrette

Cucumber, Mango & Avocado Couscous Salad with Mint-Chile Vinaigrette

A refreshing salad made with juicy mango, creamy avocado, and crunchy cucumber, all tossed with a vibrant mint-chile vinaigrette. Perfect for summer meals and gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Summer
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup Israeli couscous
  • 1 large mango, diced (or frozen mango chunks, thawed)
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1 medium avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 1 small red chili, finely chopped Adjust for spice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
Optional Substitutions
  • Couscous for quinoa for a gluten-free option
  • Use basil instead of mint for a different herbal touch
  • Replace red chili with bell pepper for milder heat

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by cooking your couscous according to the package instructions. It usually takes about 10 minutes to get that light and fluffy texture, stirring occasionally.
  2. While the couscous is cooking, dice the mango, cucumber, and avocado aiming for similar-sized pieces.
  3. Once the couscous is ready, drain it and let it cool to prevent the avocado from getting mushy when mixed in.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, and chopped chili to create the mint-chile vinaigrette. Add in the chopped mint and season with salt and pepper.
Assembly
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine your cooled couscous, diced mango, cucumber, and avocado.
  2. Gently pour the vinaigrette over and toss lightly to coat everything evenly, being careful not to over-mix.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6g

Notes

This salad is great served alone or as a side with grilled chicken or fish. It stores well in the fridge, and you can also consider serving it with iced tea or citrus-infused water for a refreshing meal.

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