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Mediterranean Couscous Salad

A grain, chopped fresh vegetables and herbs, and a lemon dressing are the basics for this delicious salad.  
Prep Time20 minutes
Resting time30 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Servings: 6
Calories: 324kcal
Author: A. JoAnn

Ingredients

  • ½ + 1 tbsp. olive oil divided
  • 1 tsp. salt divided
  • cup couscous dry, 1 package
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • ½ cup cucumber, seedless diced
  • 1 cup parsley, fresh chopped
  • 5 scallions trimmed, chopped
  • cup lemon juice fresh
  • ½ tsp. black pepper
  • 2 tsp. dill dried
  • 1 tbsp. za'tar seasoning
  • 8 oz. feta cheese, crumbled optional

Instructions

  • Prepare the couscous according to package directions, using 1 Tbsp. olive oil and 1/2 tsp. salt.  Allow to cool.
  • Chop the cucumber, parsley, and scallions and add to a large mixing bowl.
  • Halve tomatoes and add to bowl.
  • Add in dill and za'tar seasoning, salt and pepper.
  • Stir in the cooked and cooled couscous.
  • Pour the lemon juice and olive oil over the salad. Add crumbled feta, if desired. Mix well
  • Chill salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.