Lemon & Feta Mediterranean Couscous Salad

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Courses: Salad, Side Dish

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 8

Calories: 333

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Dietary: Nut Free, Pescatarian, Refined Sugar Free, Soy Free

Ingredients

For the Couscous:

1 cup couscous
1 1/2 cups chicken broth (bone broth, organic - Use the code COOKINGKATIELADY for 20% off Kettle & Fire organic broths!)
2 tbsp olive oil

For the Dressing:

1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup lemon juice (fresh)
2 tsp honey
1/2 tsp stone ground mustard (or any mustard of choice)
2 tbsp white wine vinegar
1/2 tsp parsley (dried, can use a handful of fresh if you have on hand)
1/2 tsp salt
pepper (to taste)

For the Salad:

1 cucumber, diced
1/2 red onion (small, diced)
2 tbsp mint (fresh, chopped)
1/2 cup feta (crumbled)

Instructions

1
Toast the couscous: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the couscous and stir frequently for 2–3 minutes until lightly golden.
2
Cook the couscous: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 12–14 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
3
Make the dressing: In a glass measuring cup or small bowl, whisk together ⅓ cup olive oil, lemon juice, honey, mustard, vinegar, parsley, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
4
Assemble the salad: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled couscous, diced cucumber, red onion, chopped mint, and feta. Toss gently to combine.
5
Dress and chill: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss again until evenly coated. Chill for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
6
Serve and enjoy! This salad gets even better as it sits.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Serving Size 1/8th salad

Amount Per Serving
Calories 333kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g24%
Saturated Fat 2.8g14%
Cholesterol 8.1mg3%
Sodium 292.5mg13%
Total Carbohydrate 36.7g13%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
Sugars 2.8g
Protein 9.6g20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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