Couscous with Feta Chickpeas and Tomato
Elevate your mealtime with this vibrant and flavorful Couscous with Feta, Chickpeas, and Tomato recipe—a Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Fluffy couscous is infused with the subtle savory notes of vegetable broth, then tossed with tender, lightly spiced chickpeas, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy crumbled feta cheese. A hint of lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil bring refreshing brightness, while fresh parsley adds a touch of herbal freshness. This quick 20-minute recipe is perfect as a light, satisfying main dish or a versatile side to pair with grilled meats or roasted vegetables. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a delightful, crowd-pleasing addition to your table. Keywords: couscous recipe, feta and chickpeas, Mediterranean couscous salad, quick dinner ideas, vegetarian side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.25 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
Remove the pot from heat, stir in the couscous, cover it with a tight-fitting lid, and let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb the broth.
While the couscous is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Stir in the chickpeas, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper, and cook for 3-4 minutes to lightly toast the chickpeas.
Once the couscous is ready, fluff it with a fork and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
Add the cooked chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped parsley to the bowl with the couscous.
Drizzle the mixture with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and lemon juice.
Gently toss everything together to combine well.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve the couscous warm or at room temperature as a main dish or a side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1191 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.3 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.2 g | 111% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 3588 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.3 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.0 g | ||
| Protein | 45.3 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 755 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1691 mg | 36% | |
*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.
