Tuna and lemon herb couscous

By the GetYourMacros team · 7 October 2026

A light and refreshing Mediterranean grain bowl packed with lean protein and fresh herbs.

• Time 10 min
• Course First course
• Diet Pescatarian
• Cuisine Mediterranean
• Allergens gluten, fish

Ingredients (1 serving)

• 70 g Couscous
• 135 g Canned tuna in water
• 100 g Cherry tomatoes
• 15 ml Lemon juice
• 10 ml Extra virgin olive oil
• Fresh mint to taste
• Salt to taste

Quantities are for one serving: multiply by the number of people. Calories and macros are computed on the app's food database, ingredient by ingredient.

Method

1. Place the couscous in a bowl, add a pinch of salt and cover with an equal volume of boiling water.
2. Cover the bowl with a lid and let it sit for 5 minutes until the water is fully absorbed.
3. Fluff the grains with a fork to separate them.
4. Drain the tuna well and flake it into the bowl.
5. Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely chop the fresh mint.
6. Add the tomatoes, mint, lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil to the couscous.
7. Mix everything thoroughly and serve at room temperature.

Tips

• This dish is perfect for meal prep as the flavors develop further after a few hours in the fridge.
• Replace the mint with parsley if you prefer a more traditional Mediterranean flavor profile.

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