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greek-style couscous salad

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Recipe by
Melissa Varady
@mvaradyteach
Gainesville, FL

This is the perfect summer salad. I like to pare it with lamb or anything of the grill. Whenever I make it, there's never leftovers, and I always wish I'd made more!

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 2 Hr 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For greek-style couscous salad

  • 1 c
    israeli couscous
  • 1
    cucumber
  • 8 oz
    cherry tomatoes
  • 6 oz
    crumbled feta
  • 2 tsp
    lemon zest
  • 6 Tbsp
    lemon juice
  • 1/8 c
    olive oil
  • 1/4 c
    fresh parsley, chopped
  • 4 Tbsp
    fresh mint- chopped
  • 1 Tbsp
    garlic powder
  • salt and pepper, to taste

How To Make greek-style couscous salad

  • 1
    Cook couscous by boiling in water and drain in a collander.
  • 2
    While couscous books, peel and seed cucumber, then cut into cubes. Half tomatoes, and prepare dressing.
  • 3
    For the dressing combine lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic powder, parsley, mint, salt and pepper and whisk together.
  • 4
    When couscous has cooked and drained well, combine with veggies, dressing, and feta. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld. Season to taste before serving.
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