Lemony Couscous Salad with Feta & Veggies

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Total Time 20 mins

Cuisine: American

Courses: Appetizer, Salad

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 6

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Dietary: Refined Sugar Free, Soy Free

Ingredients

Salad:

2 cups couscous (dry)
12 oz asparagus (cut into 1-inch pieces)
2 cups peas (10 oz., frozen)
1/3 cup pistachios (chopped)
1 tbsp olive oil (organic, extra virgin)
4 oz feta cheese (crumbled)
1/4 red onion (medium, diced)
1 package BrightFresh Microgreens Rainbow Mix

Vinaigrette:

1/4 cup olive oil (organic, extra virgin)
1 lemon (Juice & zest)
1 tbsp honey (raw, organic)
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper (to taste)
2 tbsp white wine vinegar

Instructions

1
Make the Lemon Vinaigrette: In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice and zest, honey, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and white wine vinegar. Set aside & let the flavors develop.
2
Cook the Couscous: Prepare couscous according to package instructions. For extra flavor and nutrients, cook it in low-sodium chicken broth instead of water and season with sea salt.
3
Sauté the Veggies: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and asparagus. Sauté for 5 minutes until slightly tender. Add peas and cook for another 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
4
Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine couscous, asparagus, peas, pistachios, feta, red onion, and microgreens.
5
Dress and Serve: Toss with lemon vinaigrette. Serve warm, cold, or at room temperature. For meal prep, store the vinaigrette separately and toss right before eating.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 521kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19.9g31%
Saturated Fat 4.8g24%
Cholesterol 16.8mg6%
Sodium 298mg13%
Total Carbohydrate 59.2g20%
Dietary Fiber 5.5g22%
Sugars 8.4g
Protein 17g34%

* 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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