Couscous and Feta Cakes
Elevate your appetizer game with these golden and crispy Couscous and Feta Cakes, a perfect blend of fluffy couscous, tangy feta cheese, and fresh herbs. Quick and easy to prepare, these savory cakes feature a delightful hint of lemon zest and a satisfying texture, thanks to the addition of breadcrumbs and eggs. Pan-fried to perfection in olive oil, they’re ideal as an elegant starter, a light lunch, or a delightful side dish. Pair them with a dollop of creamy yogurt for an added layer of flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is a deliciously versatile crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 cup plain yogurt (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Place the couscous in a heatproof bowl. Pour the boiling water over it, cover with a lid or a plate, and let it sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork to separate the grains and allow it to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked couscous, crumbled feta, breadcrumbs, eggs, parsley, green onions, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Using your hands, form the mixture into small cakes, about 2–3 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick. You should get 8–10 cakes.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the couscous cakes in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Cook the cakes for 3–4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crisp. Remove them from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Serve the couscous and feta cakes warm, optionally paired with plain yogurt for dipping or as a topping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1661 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.0 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.6 g | 228% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 584 mg | 195% | |
| Sodium | 5098 mg | 222% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.3 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.5 g | ||
| Protein | 67.1 g | 134% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 1543 mg | 119% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1234 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
