Mediterranean Couscous Salad

Name: Mediterranean Couscous Salad
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Couscous', 'amount': '1 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Water', 'amount': '1 1/4 cups'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh parsley', 'amount': '1/2 cup, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Feta cheese', 'amount': '1 cup, crumbled'}; {'ingredient': 'Red onion', 'amount': '1/2, finely chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Tomatoes', 'amount': '2, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Cucumber', 'amount': '1, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '2 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Lemon juice', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Olive oil', 'amount': '3 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': 'to taste'}

This Mediterranean Couscous Salad is a delightful explosion of flavors and textures, perfect for warm summer days or as a vibrant side dish for any meal. Bursting with fresh vegetables, creamy feta, and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing, this salad is not just a feast for the eyes but also a nutritious powerhouse. Couscous, a staple food in North Africa, has a rich history dating back centuries and is known for its versatility and quick preparation. Enjoy this refreshing salad as a light lunch or alongside grilled meats for a complete meal.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Couscous (1 cup)
Water (1 1/4 cups)
Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
Fresh parsley (1/2 cup, chopped)
Feta cheese (1 cup, crumbled)
Red onion (1/2, finely chopped)
Tomatoes (2, diced)
Cucumber (1, diced)
Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
Lemon juice (2 tablespoons)
Olive oil (3 tablespoons)
Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, bring the water and salt to a boil.
Once boiling, add the couscous, stir briefly, and remove from heat. Cover the saucepan with a lid and let it sit for about 5 minutes to allow the couscous to absorb the water.
Fluff the couscous with a fork and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Add the diced cucumber, tomatoes, chopped red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh parsley to the bowl with the couscous.
Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and gently toss everything together until well combined.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Salad • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 5 minutes • Calories: 250 • Fat: 12g • Carbs: 30g • Protein: 8g • Sodium: 300mg • Sugar: 3g

Mediterranean Couscous Salad

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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