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Greek Couscous Salad: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Lauren Baker
  • Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 cup couscous
– 1 ¼ cups vegetable broth or water
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cucumber, diced
– 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
– ½ red onion, finely chopped
– ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
– 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
– ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
– ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped (optional)
– ¼ cup olive oil
– 2 tablespoons lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

Creating Greek Couscous Salad is a breeze if you follow these simple steps:

1. Cook the Couscous: In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth or water to a boil. Add the couscous, stir, and remove from heat. Cover and let it sit for about 5 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.
2. Fluff the Couscous: Once the couscous is cooked, fluff it with a fork to separate the grains. Allow it to cool slightly.
3. Prepare the Vegetables: While the couscous is cooling, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
4. Add Olives and Feta: Stir in the Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese to the bowl with the vegetables.
5. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
6. Combine Everything: Add the fluffed couscous to the large mixing bowl with the vegetables and olives. Pour the dressing over the top and toss everything together gently.
7. Add Fresh Herbs: Fold in the chopped parsley and mint for an extra burst of flavor.
8. Chill the Salad: Cover the salad and place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
9. Serve: Once chilled, give the salad a final toss and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

These steps will guide you in creating this incredible Greek Couscous Salad effortlessly.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4-6 servings
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Fat: 15g
  • Protein: 10g