Couscous Feta Salad
Light, refreshing, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Couscous Feta Salad is the perfect balance of simplicity and bold taste. Fluffy couscous forms the hearty base for this vibrant dish, complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and tangy crumbles of feta cheese. A zesty lemon dressing, enhanced with olive oil, fresh parsley, and a touch of black pepper, ties everything together for a salad that’s both wholesome and satisfying. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile recipe is a fantastic option for quick lunches, easy meal prep, or as a vibrant side dish for your next gathering. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this Mediterranean couscous salad is sure to become a favorite for its effortless preparation and stunning flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Couscous
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Stir in 0.5 teaspoons of salt and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 cup of couscous. Cover the pot and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the couscous to absorb the water.
Fluff the couscous with a fork and let it cool to room temperature while preparing the other ingredients.
Halve or quarter 1 cup of cherry tomatoes. Dice 1 medium cucumber into small cubes. Finely chop 0.25 cups of red onion and 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked couscous, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper.
Pour the lemon dressing over the couscous mixture and toss everything together until well combined.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 20 minutes before serving, or serve immediately for a room-temperature option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
712 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.1 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.5 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2365 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 20.1 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 471 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 946 mg | 20% | |
*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.
