Aubergine couscous salad
A proper Turkish vegetarian built around aubergine, couscous and cherry tomatoes — roughly 45 minutes start to finish, and rated easy to make. Scroll down for the ingredient checklist, a serving scaler and unit converter, and the method broken into 4 steps.
You'll mainly reach for grill / broiler and baking sheet. At easy difficulty across 4 steps, it's a good one for a busy evening.
What you'll need
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Pantry staples (you likely have these)
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How to make it
- Heat grill to high. Put the aubergine on a baking sheet, brush with oil and season. Grill for about 15 mins, turning and brushing with more oil halfway, until browned and softened.
- Meanwhile, tip the couscous into a large bowl, pour over the stock, then cover and leave for 10 mins.
- Mix the tomatoes, mint, goat’s cheese and remaining oil together.
- Fluff the couscous up with a fork, then stir in the aubergines, tomato mixture and lemon juice.
You'll use: Grill / broiler · Baking sheet
Watch how it's made
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Ingredient substitutions
- Lemon
- lime · 1 tbsp white wine vinegar per lemon
What to serve with Aubergine couscous salad
- Corba Side
- Kumpir Side
- Turkish rice (vermicelli rice) Miscellaneous
- Imam bayildi with BBQ lamb & tzatziki Lamb
Tips & common questions
How long does Aubergine couscous salad take to make?
About 45 minutes from start to finish — an estimate based on the 4 steps and 8 ingredients. Times vary with your kitchen and how much prep you do ahead.
What can I use instead of lemon?
Try lime. See the substitutions section above for more swaps.
Can I scale this recipe up or down?
Yes — use the servings control above the ingredients and every quantity rescales automatically (fractions included). Cooking times stay roughly the same; very large batches may need a little longer.
How should I store leftovers?
Cool leftovers quickly, refrigerate in an airtight container, and eat within 3 days. Reheat until piping hot throughout.
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