Couscous with Feta, Tomatoes and Basil
This Couscous Salad recipe combines juicy tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and fresh herbs to create a delicious and refreshing salad. It's a healthy side dish perfect for serving alongside grilled meats or fish, and great as a light main dish for lunch. As a bonus, it couldn't be easier to make in just 15 minutes!
Servings: 4
Calories: 653kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups couscous
- 2 cups grape tomatoes - halved
- 4-5 basil leaves cut into strips
- 1 ½ cups feta cheese
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 clove garlic - grated
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
Instructions
- Cook couscous according to directions on container. I use olive oil and salt in the water, and the key is to use a fork and take your time - gently flaking the grains apart.
- In a large bowl, add couscous, tomatoes and basil.
- In a mason jar or mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper and grate the garlic over top. Mix well.
- Pour dressing over couscous and gently mix.
- Add feta cheese and fold into the couscous.
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper. I use a heavy hand with the pepper in this dish - I think it brings out the flavors of the tomatoes and dressing!
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Notes
To Make Ahead Of Time:
- This salad can be made a few hours ahead of time and stored in the fridge until ready to serve. Just be sure to give it a quick toss before serving to redistribute the dressing.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can serve it chilled or at room temperature since it contains no mayonnaise.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 653kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Fat: 40g