Mediterranean Couscous Toss

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Mediterranean Couscous Toss is the perfect quick and healthy side dish or light main course. Featuring tender couscous lightly dressed with a vibrant lemon-garlic vinaigrette, it’s loaded with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, briny kalamata olives, and creamy crumbled feta cheese. A sprinkle of dried oregano and fresh parsley ties together the authentic Mediterranean flair. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish is a breeze to prepare, making it ideal for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or even a crowd-pleasing potluck option. Serve it at room temperature or chilled for a refreshingly versatile dish that celebrates wholesome ingredients and bold, zesty flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1 cup water
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1 cup kalamata olives, sliced
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the couscous. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Step 2

While the couscous rests, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced kalamata olives, finely chopped red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.

Step 4

Add the fluffed couscous to the bowl with the vegetables and mix gently to combine.

Step 5

Pour the prepared dressing over the couscous and vegetable mixture. Toss until everything is well coated.

Step 6

Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top and give it one final mix.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if desired.

Step 8

Serve the Mediterranean Couscous Toss immediately at room temperature, or refrigerate for 30 minutes to chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1298 grams (1298.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1438

Total Fat 116.30g	149%
Saturated Fat 30.80g	154%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 100mg	33%
Sodium 6548mg	285%
Total Carbohydrate 82.50g	30%
Dietary Fiber 22.80g	81%
Total Sugars 13.20g
Protein 27.20g	54%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 854mg	66%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 1266mg	27%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.5%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 22.2%