20-minute Greek Couscous Salad
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Ingredients
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
- 2 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 2 cups dry instant Couscous
- 2 cups diced cucumber
- 8 oz feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1 clove garlic (finely diced)
- 1 cup pitted olives (halved)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 pinch of sugar
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
Instructions
1. In a small pot bring chicken stock and water to a boil. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and 1/4 tsp salt. 2. Turn off the heat and add the couscous. Stir with a fork and let sit for about 10 minutes until the couscous is fluffy and has absorbed all the liquid. 3. Heat up 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet. Saute chopped onion until glossy then add finely diced garlic and saute for one more minute. Add the tomato paste and saute briefly. Add the tomatoes, season with salt, pepper and a pinch of sugar. Saute for 5 minutes. Stir occasionally. 4. Transfer couscous to a large bowl and fluff with a fork. Add the tomato mixture, basil and mint to the couscous. Fork through until combined then add cucumber, feta, and olives. 5. Serve warm or cold. This salad keeps fresh in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Estimated Nutrition (per serving)
* These are rough estimates based on common ingredient values. Actual nutrition may vary.
62
Calories
3g
Protein
10g
Carbs
1g
Fat
0g
Fiber
Tips & Variations
Rest your meat
Let cooked meat rest for 5-10 minutes before cutting to keep juices inside.
Season generously
Season at each stage of cooking, not just at the end.






