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Mediterranean Couscous

Fluffy couscous salad with veggies and vinaigrette

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✨ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Difficulty
easy
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Meal Type
lunch

Nutrition per serving

AI estimate — approximate
183
Calories
kcal
5g
Protein
24g
Carbs
7g
Fat

Based on 4 servings — values are AI-estimated and may vary

👶 Kid-Friendly🌶️ mild Spice

Ingredients

  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 1/4 cups boiling water
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, combine the couscous, boiling water, olive oil, and salt. Stir to combine.

  2. 2

    Cover the bowl with a lid or plate and let it sit for about 5 minutes or until the couscous has absorbed the water.

  3. 3

    Fluff the couscous with a fork and set it aside to cool.

  4. 4

    In a large bowl, add the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, chopped red onion, diced bell pepper, and parsley.

  5. 5

    In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.

  6. 6

    Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetable mixture and toss to combine.

  7. 7

    Add the fluffed couscous to the vegetable mixture and gently mix until well combined.

  8. 8

    If desired, top with crumbled feta cheese before serving.