Instant Pot Mediterranean Couscous Salad
Instant Pot Mediterranean Couscous Salad brings together fluffy couscous and tender mung beans with juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and a lift of lemon. It’s bright, herb-kissed, and satisfying without feeling heavy—ideal for a fresh lunch or a make-ahead dish for picnics and potlucks.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Instant Pot Mediterranean Couscous Salad, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 23 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 48
- Heart Health
- 67
- Metabolic
- 50
- Digestive
- 48
- Inflammatory
- 42
- Performance
- 53
- General Wellness
- 1
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot) and choose the Saute function. Heat olive oil, then add the couscous and mung beans. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the vegetable broth and 1 teaspoon salt. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure per the manufacturer's instructions and set the timer for 20 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 2
Use the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions for 10 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure, about 5 minutes more. Unlock and remove the lid. Fluff the couscous with a fork. Let it sit to cool, about 10 minutes.
- 3
Mix the couscous, mung beans, cucumber, tomatoes, lemon juice, and cilantro in a bowl. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and pepper.
- Calories 533.76 kcal High 27%
- Protein 16.24 g Good Source 32%
- Carbohydrate 93.0 g 34%
- Total Fat 9.98 g Moderate 13%
- Saturated Fat 1.76 g Moderate 9%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 3.23 mg Low Source 1%
- Sodium 1335.2 mg High 58%
- Dietary Fiber 7.17 g Good Source 26%
- Total Sugars 9.42 g --
- Added Sugars 1.12 g Low Source 2%
- Calcium 86.75 mg Low Source 7%
- Iron 1.69 mg Low Source 9%
- Potassium 647.78 mg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin A 445.61 mcg Good Source 50%
- Vitamin C 34.73 mg Good Source 39%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
About This Recipe
Instant Pot Mediterranean Couscous Salad is a Greek side dish recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Couscous, Cucumber, and Diced Tomatoes. Each serving provides about 533.76 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Instant Pot Mediterranean Couscous Salad?
- It is a Greek salad recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for side dish or lunch or salad.
- What is Instant Pot Mediterranean Couscous Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Couscous, Cucumber, Diced Tomatoes, Fresh Cilantro. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Instant Pot Mediterranean Couscous Salad?
- About 40 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 533.76 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Instant Pot Mediterranean Couscous Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Instant Pot Mediterranean Couscous Salad healthy?
- Instant Pot Mediterranean Couscous Salad has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 533.76 calories and 16.24 g of protein, or 32% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1335.2 mg (58% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.76 g (9% of the Daily Value). It contains Wheat, Gluten and Tomatoes, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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