Description
This vibrant Mediterranean couscous salad is a delightful blend of fluffy couscous, fresh vegetables, and zesty flavors. Perfect for meal prep or as a side at gatherings, it features juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and creamy feta cheese, all drizzled with a refreshing lemon-olive oil dressing. This dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious eaters. Enjoy it on its own or paired with grilled proteins for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pearl couscous
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/4 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the couscous: Bring 1.5 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add couscous and a pinch of salt. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes until tender. Remove from heat and let sit covered for another few minutes.
- Prepare the vegetables: While the couscous cooks, chop cherry tomatoes in half, dice cucumber into small pieces, finely chop red onion, and slice Kalamata olives.
- Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, fluff the cooked couscous with a fork. Add all chopped vegetables along with crumbled feta cheese.
- Make dressing: Whisk together olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- Toss everything together: Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Chill before serving: Refrigerate for at least one hour to enhance flavors before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 210g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg