Is Couscous salad Low FODMAP?

This product may or may not be low FODMAP as it lists 7 ingredients that could be moderate or high FODMAP depending on source or serving size.

Why it's a maybe for low FODMAP

  • red bell peppers
  • tomatoes
  • dehydrated vegetables
  • fresh green onions
  • +3 more

red bell peppers

Dietitian note

Red bell peppers (also called red capsicum) can be a high or low FODMAP depending on serving size. Check the Monash app for more details. Interestingly enough, green bell peppers are low FODMAP.

Note by Vanessa Vargas, RDN, LDN

Use instead

  • bean sprouts
  • carrot
  • choy sum
  • eggplant
tomatoes
dehydrated vegetables
fresh green onions

+3 more in the app

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Ingredients

Couscous (wheat), Fresh tomatoes, Water, Fresh red and green bell peppers, Canola oil, Black olives, Fresh green onions, Fresh parsley, Concentrated lemon juice, Sea salt, Vinegar, Spices, Dehydrated vegetables (red bell peppers, tomatoes), Potassium sorbate (to maintain freshness)

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What is a Low FODMAP diet?

A Low FODMAP diet limits foods high in certain short-chain carbohydrates (FODMAPs) that can be poorly absorbed in the gut. These include specific sugars found in foods like onions, garlic, beans, apples, and wheat. It's commonly followed by people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or other digestive sensitivities to reduce bloating, gas, and discomfort. The diet typically involves an elimination phase, followed by gradual reintroduction to identify personal triggers. When followed carefully, often with a dietitian's guidance, a Low FODMAP diet can help manage symptoms while maintaining a balanced and varied intake of nutrients.

Where to buy

Couscous salad is available at 1 retailer

Metro

About this product

Grain · Pouch

Flavor
SavoryAcidicTangySalty
Texture
FluffySoft
Commonly used for
Side DishSaladOn The Go
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