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Mediterranean Couscous Salad

mediterranean couscous salad made with feta, Greek olives, cucumber, tomato, pepperoncini, red onion and parsley
  • Serves:  6
  • Prep Time:  20 min
  • Cook Time:  10 min

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano, or 1 teaspoon dried
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest, (from 1 lemon)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 5 cups cooked pearl couscous, cooled
  • 4 ounces feta, crumbled
  • ½ cup mixed Greek olives, pitted and halved
  • 1 English cucumber, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup thinly sliced pepperoncini, (optional)
  • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, minced

Method

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, oregano, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, pepper, and salt until emulsified.

  2. In a large bowl, combine the couscous, feta, olives, cucumber, tomatoes, pepperoncini, onion, and parsley. Drizzle with the dressing and toss to combine.

  3. Divide the salad between 6 bowls and serve.