Creating your Vegan Pearl Couscous Salad is straightforward. Follow these steps for a delicious result:

1. Cook the Couscous: In a medium saucepan, bring water or vegetable broth to a boil. Add the pearl couscous, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes until tender. Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
2. Prepare the Vegetables: While the couscous cooks, wash and chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion. Drain the corn and black beans if they’re canned.
3. Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
4. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked couscous, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, corn, black beans, and parsley.
5. Add Dressing: Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated evenly.
6. Chill (optional): For an enhanced flavor, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
7. Serve: Enjoy your Vegan Pearl Couscous Salad cold or at room temperature.