Mediterranean Couscous Salad

Step 1

Bring water, salt, and olive oil to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add couscous and stir quickly. Turn off the heat and cover.

Step 2

Let couscous stand until tender, 5 minutes and then fluff with a fork and let cool.

Step 3

Combine couscous, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, garbanzo beans, red onion, olives, cheese, parsley, mint, basil, and oregano in a medium bowl.

Step 4

Whisk together lemon zest, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil and whisk until a thickened dressing forms.

Step 5

Pour dressing over the couscous salad, stir to combine.