Couscous with Feta, Tomatoes and Basil
1 1/2 cups of couscous - cook according to directions on container. I use olive oil and salt in the water, and the key is to use a fork and take your time - gently flaking the grains apart.2 cups of grape tomatoes - halved
4-5 basil leaves cut into strips
1 1/2 cups feta cheese
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup olive oil
1 clove garlic - grated
1/2 teaspoon salt - don't skimp on this
1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
- In a large bowl, add couscous, tomatoes and basil.
- In a mason jar or mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper and grate the garlic over top. Mix well.
- Pour dressing over couscous and gently mix.
- Add feta cheese and fold into the couscous.
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper. I use a heavy hand with the pepper in this dish - I think it brings out the flavors of the tomatoes and dressing!
Add your own extras....broccoli, asparagus, olives, grilled chicken or shrimp.
Make this recipe YOUR own!!
We made this over Easter weekend and everyone loved it. Used 1 box of couscous, 1 container of crumbled feta, 1 bunch of basil and everything else as you outlined. I know I will make this over and over.
ReplyDeleteThanks Pinkazalea! I love hearing when someone makes one of my recipes and especially if they liked it. Stop by any time!
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