Mediterranean Couscous Salad Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Couscous Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE SALAD:; 1-1/4 cup Water; 1 cup Uncooked Whole Wheat Couscous; 1/2 cups Red Onion, Diced; 1-1/2 cup Cucumber, Chopped; 1-1/2 cup Tomatoes, Chopped; 3/4 cups Reduced-fat Feta Cheese; 3 Tablespoons Italian Seasoning; 3 Tablespoons Fresh Basil, Sliced; 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder; Salt/pepper To Taste; FOR THE DRESSING:; 1/4 cups White Wine Vinegar; 4 teaspoons Fresh Lemon Juice; 2 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar; 2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar

Servings: persons

FOR THE SALAD:
1-1/4 cup Water
1 cup Uncooked Whole Wheat Couscous
1/2 cups Red Onion, Diced
1-1/2 cup Cucumber, Chopped
1-1/2 cup Tomatoes, Chopped
3/4 cups Reduced-fat Feta Cheese
3 Tablespoons Italian Seasoning
3 Tablespoons Fresh Basil, Sliced
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
Salt/pepper To Taste
FOR THE DRESSING:
1/4 cups White Wine Vinegar
4 teaspoons Fresh Lemon Juice
2 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar
2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar

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1. In a medium sized saucepan, bring the water to a boil
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2. Once the water is boiling, add the couscous, put the lid on and remove from the heat.
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3. While your couscous sits, prep the veggies if you haven't already.
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4. In a small microwave safe bowl, whisk together the white wine vinegar and lemon juice. Pop it in the microwave and heat for 10-15 seconds until warm.
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5. Add the sugar into the warm lemon juice mixture, and stir until dissolved. Set aside,
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6. Remove the lid from the pot, and fluff the couscous with a fork. Transfer it into a large bowl.
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7. Add the chopped veggies to the couscous, along with the feta cheese, Italian seasoning, basil and garlic powder.
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8. Mix until everything is combined and the Italian seasoning has been dispersed evenly.
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9. Pour the white wine vinegar mixture over the couscous and mix well.
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10. Season with a good amount of salt and black pepper.
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11. Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the top and serve.
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NOTES
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This is great served warm or cold!

145

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE SALAD:, 1-1/4 cup Water, 1 cup Uncooked Whole Wheat Couscous, 1/2 cups Red Onion, Diced, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Couscous Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Mediterranean Couscous Salad

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