Mediterranean Couscous Salad

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

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the water and salt to a boil.
2. 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.
3. Fluff the couscous with a fork and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. Add the diced cucumber, tomatoes, chopped red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh parsley to the bowl with the couscous.
6. Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and gently toss everything together until well combined.
7. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.