Lunch

Lukewarm Couscous Salad with Zucchini

A lukewarm couscous salad tossed with steamed zucchini and carrot and a smooth cottage-cheese dressing. It is dressed without vinegar or citrus, so it stays mild and refreshing.

15 min total 2 servings

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A bowl of couscous salad with soft zucchini and carrot pieces and chopped dill.

Ingredients

  • 150 g couscous
  • 300 g steamed zucchini and carrot
  • 100 g lactose-free cottage cheese
  • 3 tbsp mild vegetable stock with cottage cheese
  • 1 tbsp chopped dill or parsley
  • 1 pinch salt

Method

  1. Prepare the base as described and allow it to become lukewarm.
  2. Cut the steamed zucchini and carrot into small pieces or steam gently.
  3. Whisk the mild dressing with the herbs until smooth.
  4. Toss everything lightly, season gently and serve fresh.

Why this recipe is gentle

The dressing skips vinegar, citrus and strong acids in favor of mild stock and lactose-free cottage cheese. Steamed vegetables and couscous are gently cooked, with no onion, garlic or hot spice.

General information, not medical advice or a treatment claim. Reactions are individual. If heartburn or reflux is frequent, severe or persistent, see a doctor.

Tips

  • Couscous contains gluten, so use millet or rice instead if gluten does not suit you.
  • Serve it lukewarm rather than cold, which many people find easier to tolerate.
  • Steam the zucchini and carrot until soft and keep the seasoning light.

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