Mediterranean Couscous Salad Recipe
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 c. couscous
- 1/4 c. fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 c. extra virgin olive oil
- 2 lrg tomatoes minced
- 1/2 c. sliced green onions
- 1 pkt Athenos Crumbled Feta Cheese with Basil & Tomato - (4 ounce)
Directions
- Boil 1 1/2 c. water in medium saucepan. Stir in couscous; cover. Remove from heat; let stand 5 min. Fluff couscous with fork; cold, uncovered, 10 min.
- Mix couscous, lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil. Add in tomatoes and green onions; cover. Chill 4 hrs or possibly overnight.
- Stir in cheese just before serving. Serve on lettuce-lined plate or possibly as a filling for pita bread.
- This recipe yields 6 servings.
- Variation - Mediterranean Tabbouleh Salad. Prepare as directed, substituting 1 c. bulgar wheat, cooked as directed on package, in place of couscous.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 111g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 203 | |
| Calories from Fat 82 | 40% |
| Total Fat 9.31g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat 1.3g | 5% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 213mg | 6% |
| Total Carbs 25.95g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.4g | 8% |
| Sugars 1.88g | 1% |
| Protein 4.35g | 7% |
