Tomato Feta Couscous
A light and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired dish made with fluffy couscous, juicy tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and fresh herbs. Perfect as a side dish or a light main course.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 1/4 cups boiling water or vegetable broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the couscous in a large bowl and pour the boiling water or broth over it. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the couscous with a fork.
- Add cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, and parsley to the couscous.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss gently to combine and serve warm or chilled.
Notes
- For added flavor, try adding olives or cucumbers.
- This dish can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Use whole wheat couscous for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: couscous, tomato, feta, Mediterranean, vegetarian, quick, easy
Find it online: https://zesticook.com/tomato-feta-couscous/
