Mediterranean Couscous Salad Recipe Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Couscous Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup hummus; 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 3 cups dry couscous; 3 cups water; 1 medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into small dice; 1/2 cup roasted, salted pistachios, coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves; 1/4 cup finely chopped scallions (from about 4 medium scallions), white and light green parts only; 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 6 ounces); Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup hummus
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 cups dry couscous
3 cups water
1 medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into small dice
1/2 cup roasted, salted pistachios, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup finely chopped scallions (from about 4 medium scallions), white and light green parts only
1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 6 ounces)
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

1
Place all of the measured ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk until combined.
2
Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed; set aside.
3
Place the couscous in a 13-by-9-inch baking dish; set aside.
4
Place the water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat.
5
Pour the water over the couscous and stir once to combine.
6
Cover with plastic wrap or a baking sheet and let stand until the water is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
7
Uncover and lightly graze a fork over the surface of the couscous layer by layer until no clumps remain.
8
Transfer to a large bowl.
9
Add the dressing, bell pepper, pistachios, mint, and scallions and fold everything into the couscous with a rubber spatula.
10
Let sit until slightly cooled, about 10 minutes.
11
Add the feta and gently fold into the couscous with a rubber spatula.
12
Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
13
Refrigerate in a covered container until ready to serve.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup hummus, 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar, Kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Couscous Salad Recipe 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 Recipe

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