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couscous salad with chickpeas feta

Couscous Salad with Chickpeas and Feta

Couscous Salad with Chickpeas and Feta is a blend of fluffy couscous, creamy feta, and protein-packed chickpeas. Perfect for a light lunch or side dish!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large salad bowl
  • Small bowl for dressing
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

For the Salad:

  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1 can - 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cucumber - diced
  • 1 bell pepper - any color, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes - halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion - finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley - chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves - chopped
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper - to taste

For the Lemon-Herb Dressing:

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 clove garlic - minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper - to taste

Instructions
 

For the Couscous:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth or water to a boil.
  • Stir in the couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed.
  • Fluff the couscous with a fork and let it cool to room temperature.

For the Salad:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked couscous, drained and rinsed chickpeas, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, chopped parsley, chopped mint leaves, and crumbled feta cheese.
  • Season the salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

For the Lemon-Herb Dressing:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined.

Assembly:

  • Drizzle the lemon-herb dressing over the couscous salad in the bowl.
  • Toss gently to coat all the salad ingredients evenly with the dressing.
  • Serve immediately, or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
  • Enjoy this flavorful Couscous Salad with Chickpeas and Feta as a satisfying meal or a delightful side dish!

Notes

This Couscous Salad with Chickpeas and Feta is a nutritious and flavorful dish that's perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. With its vibrant colors and Mediterranean-inspired flavors, it's sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection!

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal
Keyword Salad, Vegetables, Vegetarian
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