Zesty Greek Couscous Recipe

Enjoy a burst of Mediterranean flavors with this delicious and easy-to-make Zesty Greek Couscous recipe. Made with fluffy couscous, fresh vegetables, feta cheese, and zesty dressing, this dish is perfect as a side or a light and refreshing main course. It is a crowd-pleaser that can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it a great option for busy weeknight dinners or when entertaining guests. Get ready to savor the taste of Greece with this delightful recipe!

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 red onion, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in couscous. Cover and let it sit for 5 minutes.
2. Fluff the couscous with a fork and transfer it to a large bowl.
3. Add cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese to the bowl with couscous.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve chilled or at room temperature.
7. Enjoy!

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