Lemony Couscous with Mint Dill and Feta
Bright, zesty, and effortlessly satisfying, this Lemony Couscous with Mint, Dill, and Feta is the perfect blend of Mediterranean flavors in a single vibrant dish. Made with fluffy couscous infused with a citrusy lemon dressing, it's elevated by the freshness of chopped mint and dill, the creaminess of crumbled feta, and the crunch of crisp cucumber and juicy cherry tomatoes. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal side dish, light lunch, or vegetarian main. Whether served warm or chilled, this versatile dish is a refreshing celebration of herbs and citrus that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for summer gatherings or meal prep, this recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.25 cups water
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 0.5 cups feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cups cucumber, diced
- 0.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 1.25 cups of water to a boil and add 0.5 teaspoons of salt.
Remove the saucepan from heat, stir in 1 cup of couscous, cover with a lid, and let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb the water.
After 5 minutes, fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest.
Add the fluffed couscous to the bowl and toss to coat it evenly with the dressing.
Fold in 2 tablespoons of chopped mint, 2 tablespoons of chopped dill, 0.5 cups of crumbled feta cheese, 0.5 cups of diced cucumber, and 0.5 cups of halved cherry tomatoes.
Season with 0.25 teaspoons of freshly ground black pepper and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately as a warm dish, or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes for a refreshing cold salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
798 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.7 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.3 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2766 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 25.0 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 654 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 646 mg | 14% | |
*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.
