Cucumber Salad Recipe with Lemon Basil Vinaigrette

Tempt your tastebuds with the bright flavors of this super simple cucumber salad recipe, with nutty couscous tossed in a punchy lemon basil dressing on top of a bed of peppery arugula. Ready in minutes and the perfect side dish for any summer meal!

Course Appetizer, Salad, Salads

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings

Calories 274kcal

Author Karly Gomez

Ingredients

For The Dressing

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
¾ teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped
kosher salt to taste
cracked pepper to taste

For The Salad

1 cup dried pearl couscous
2 english cucumbers sliced thin
4 cups arugula
1 cup feta

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

In a small jar add the dressing ingredients, cover with a tight lid and shake vigorously. Adjust seasonings as desired and set aside.
Prepare couscous according to package instructions. While still warm, add ½-3/4 of the dressing and toss gently to coat.
Add the cucumbers, arugula, and feta to a large bowl and toss with the remaining dressing. Stir in the couscous, then divide between 6 plates and serve immediately.

Notes

Adapted from Inspired Taste

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