Delicious Couscous Cranberry and Feta Salad Recipe

This Couscous Cranberry and Feta Salad is a healthy and flavorful dish that makes a perfect side or main course. It combines the nutty flavor of couscous with the sweetness of dried cranberries and the creaminess of feta cheese. Tossed in a tangy lemon vinaigrette, this salad is refreshing and satisfying. It's also incredibly easy to make, taking just 20 minutes from start to finish. Enjoy it as a light lunch, a side dish for grilled chicken or fish, or bring it to a picnic or potluck for a crowd-pleasing dish.

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1 ½ cups vegetable broth
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
• ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
• ¼ cup chopped fresh mint
• ¼ cup chopped red onion
• ¼ cup sliced almonds, toasted
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil
2. Stir in the couscous, cover the saucepan with a lid, and remove from heat
3. Let the couscous sit for 5 minutes, then fluff it with a fork
4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked couscous, dried cranberries, feta cheese, parsley, mint, red onion, and toasted almonds
5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper
6. Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss to combine
7. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed
8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop
9. Serve chilled as a salad or as a side dish

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