Couscous, Sunflower and Sesame Salad
4 servings
15 minutes
Couscous salad with sunflower seeds and sesame is a light and nutritious dish rooted in European cuisine but inspired by Mediterranean motifs. The couscous, infused with the aroma of fresh herbs, lemon, and olive oil, acquires an amazing texture and rich flavor. Sunflower seeds add crunch and a pleasant nutty note, while sesame seeds enrich the dish with their subtle, slightly sweet aroma. This is not just a salad but a true harmony of flavors where fresh vegetables, herbs, and citrus acidity create a delightful balance. Ideal as a standalone dish for a light lunch or as a side to meat and fish dishes. Its freshness and simplicity make it a favorite choice for summer picnics and family dinners.
1
Pour couscous into a bowl, add boiling water (twice the amount of couscous), cover with a lid, and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Couscous: 225 g
- Lemon: 1 piece
2
Add chopped parsley, coriander, finely chopped red onion, grated lemon zest, lemon juice, finely chopped cucumber, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, and olive oil to the couscous. Season with salt and pepper and mix well. Let it sit for 30 minutes before serving.
- Parsley: 1 bunch
- Fresh cilantro (coriander): 1 bunch
- Red onion: 1 head
- Lemon: 1 piece
- Cucumbers: 0.5 piece
- Sunflower seed kernels: 30 g
- Sesame seeds: 30 g
- Olive oil: 4 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste