GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD
Bright flavors and crisp raw veggies make a satisfying salad that's hearty enough to be a full meal. -Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, until broth is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl; cool completely., Whisk together dressing ingredients. Add cucumber, tomatoes, parsley, olives and green onions to couscous; stir in dressing. Gently stir in cheese. Serve immediately or refrigerate and serve cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 637mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
GREEK-INSPIRED SHRIMP COUSCOUS SALAD
A light and refreshing shrimp salad with Israeli couscous.
Provided by Ashley DeStefano
Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Shrimp Salad Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Add couscous, reduce heat, and cover. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until water is completely absorbed, 8 to 10 minutes. Spoon into a large bowl to cool slightly.
- Toss shrimp with Greek seasoning.
- Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until simmering. Add shrimp and cook until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add shrimp to couscous with romaine lettuce, grape tomatoes, feta cheese, cucumber, and vinaigrette; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.6 calories, Carbohydrate 52.7 g, Cholesterol 145.9 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 805.3 mg, Sugar 7.6 g
GREEK SALAD WITH COUSCOUS AND SPICY FETA CHEESE
This is a healthy vegetarian Greek recipe, that can be easily turned into vegan too if you replace the feta cheese with tofu.
Provided by BroChef TV
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat a skillet over low heat. Add oregano and chili powder to the dry, hot skillet; cook and stir until fragrant and toasted, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and mix with olive oil. Pour over feta cheese and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring 1 cup water to a boil. Pour boiling water over the couscous and wrap it with plastic for 10 minutes.
- Stir cucumber, tomato, bell pepper, onion, black and green olives, 2 tablespoons oil, and garlic into the warm couscous.
- Mix oil, balsamic vinegar, white wine vinegar, and soy sauce for the salad dressing together. Pour over salad.
- Plate marinated feta and serve dressed salad over top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.8 g, Cholesterol 24.9 mg, Fat 28 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 666.6 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
GREEK-STYLE COUSCOUS SALAD RECIPE
Go Greek with this simple couscous salad recipe. The Greek-Style Couscous Salad Recipe is easy to make. Serve chilled and prepare for couscous kudos.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Herbs
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 servings, about 1 cup each
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook couscous as directed on package, omitting salt and butter. Fluff with fork. Place in large bowl; cool 10 min.
- Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly.
- Refrigerate 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 450 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 7 g
ZESTY GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD
This recipe is on the Near East plain couscous box. I'm certain that most of the couscous flavors would work just as well in this recipe. It's a bit different than the others posted, so I'm adding it to Recipezaar.
Provided by dogsandwoods
Time 4h30m
Yield 10 cups, 7 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Prepare couscous according to package directions, omitting butter or olive oil, and adding black pepper to water.
- In large bowl, combine prepared couscous, lemon juice and olive oil.
- Allow to cool to room temperature.
- Add tomatoes, zucchini, basil and green onions.
- Chill at least four hours.
- Just before serving, stir in feta cheese. Or, you may top with feta cheese as a garnish.
- May be served over romaine lettuce or fresh spinach.
- May be used as a vegan recipe if served without the cheese.
- Cooking time is minimum chilling time.
GREEK-STYLE COUSCOUS SALAD FOR A CROWD
This should be enough to serve about 12 people but that just depends on how much everyone eats, and trust me they will be going for seconds lol! although you will need only about 1/2 to 3/4 cup dressing for the salad the amounts listed will give you about 1-1/2 cups, you may reduce by half is desired and also the salad may be reduced by half, use a mixture of all coloured bell peppers for a colourful presentation but do not use more than 1-1/2 cups bell peppers, plan ahead the salad needs to chill until completely cold before serving, all amounts may be adjusted to taste. I strongly suggest to make the dressing a day in advance to blend the flavors, prep time includes chilling time but is only estimated.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Grains
Time 6h
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- To make the dressing; in a bowl whisk all dressing ingredients together until well blended (adjust salt and pepper to taste) cover and chill for at least 3 hours or 24 hours (overnight is better).
- For the salad; cook the couscous according to package directions; transfer to a large bowl and cool completely (using a fork break up any lumps in the couscous).
- When the couscous is completely cooled, mix in olives, cherry tomato halves, bell peppers, cucumber, onion, artichokes and parsley; add in 1/2 cup of the prepared Greek dressing and toss well to combine (you can add in more dressing to taste if desired).
- Mix in feta cheese, then season the salad with black pepper and if needed some salt.
- Cover and chill until completely cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243, Fat 23.5, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 22.2, Sodium 292.3, Carbohydrate 5.1, Fiber 1, Sugar 3, Protein 4.3
PARTY-SIZE GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD
If you are tired of the same old potato or macaroni salad and want raves, try this at your next picnic or pot luck! This recipe can be easily adapted depending on the veggies and dressing you use. Salad can be made the night before; however, add dressing just before serving.
Provided by Saveur
Time 45m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook couscous according to package directions. Transfer to a large serving bowl to cool. Stir to break up clusters of couscous.
- When the couscous has cooled to room temperature, mix in tomatoes, olives, bell peppers, cucumber, parsley, and feta. Gradually stir vinaigrette into couscous until you arrive at desired moistness.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.4 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 642 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
JEN'S GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD
This is a recipe I created when I needed something to take to a family get-together. It can be made ahead, so you just grab it and go! You can prepare all ingredients and refrigerate separately, then mix together before serving, but this recipe keeps well too!
Provided by LaSunshine
Categories Salad Pasta Salad Greek Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil in a saucepan; add couscous and return mixture to a boil. Place a lid on the saucepan, reduce heat to low, and cook at a simmer until couscous is tender and the water is absorbed, about 10 minutes. Transfer couscous to a bowl.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook red bell pepper and yellow bell pepper strips in the hot skillet until soft and slightly charred, about 5 minutes; add to couscous and stir.
- Whisk olive oil and lemon juice together in a bowl; season with salt and pepper. Drizzle oil mixture over the couscous mixture and stir to coat. Gently stir tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese through the couscous.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.7 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 460.1 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD STUFFED AVOCADOS
I make this recipe on repeat not only because it's delicious, but because it's so convenient for meal prepping for the week. I like to make the couscous salad and the vinaigrette the beginning of the week and refrigerate them in separate airtight containers. Then when I'm ready for lunch or a snack, I'll dress the amount of salad I want and serve it over an avocado for a quick, delicious and filling meal. It's also perfect to have on hand when my friends visit because it takes no time at all to put together and the presentation looks fantastic.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Put the butter, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan and cook over medium-high heat until boiling. Stir to incorporate the melted butter, then stir in the couscous, cover with a tight-fitting lid and remove from the heat. Let stand until the couscous absorbs the water completely and is tender, about 5 minutes. Remove the lid, fluff with a fork and transfer to a large bowl.
- Stir in the tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, olives, feta and parsley until evenly combined. Set aside.
- Whisk together the hummus, lemon zest, lemon juice, oil and 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper if desired. Pour the hummus vinaigrette over the couscous salad and toss to combine.
- Scoop each avocado half from its skin with a large spoon. Squeeze 1 or 2 drops of lemon juice over each half, season with salt and top with a heaping 1/3 cup of the couscous salad. Serve immediately.
GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD
I'm not sure just where I got this recipe, but I've been fixing it for a long, long time, most often with bulgur wheat instead of the couscous. Prep time does not include setting time in the fridge.
Provided by Toby Jermain
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place sun-dried tomatoes in a large bowl, cover with hot water, and let stand 10-15 minutes or until softened.
- Drain well, and coarsely chop.
- Add couscous, cucumber, radishes, parsley, basil, feta, and pine nuts, and toss lightly to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk lemon juice, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Set aside for 5 minutes for flavor to develop.
- Slowly add olive oil while continuing to whisk briskly.
- Pour over couscous mixture, and toss to blend.
- Cover, and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
- Taste, and adjust seasonings before serving.
- For some reason, this salad dissipates flavors like you wouldnt believe.
- You will probably need more of most dressing ingredients, especially more lemon juice, vinegar, salt, and pepper; but dont add them into the initial dressing mix.
- Add after the dish has set for a while.
- Variation: Replace couscous with coarse bulgur wheat, preferably#3 (very coarse), available at middle-eastern markets and some specialty food stores.
- To prepare, thoroughly rinse 1 cup bulgur in a strainer under running water.
- Place in a medium bowl, cover with very hot tap water, add 1 Tsp salt, mix thoroughly, and set aside for 30 minutes.
- Drain thoroughly, and use as noted above for couscous.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.4, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 10.7, Sodium 461.5, Carbohydrate 61.1, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 4, Protein 12.2
ZESTY GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD
This recipe is a modification from the winner of a couscous contest put on by Near East. We left out the green onions. We also used grape tomatoes instead of regular to add flavor. Very good!
Provided by noway
Categories Greek
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Can be served hot or cold. If served hot, put zucchini in with couscous as it is being cooked (we prefer it hot). If served cold, chill for 4 hours before serving.
- Prepare couscous according to box directions using chicken broth or water, adding the black pepper, lemon juice, and olive oil.
- Once couscous has reached proper consistency, add remaining ingredients.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.6, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 16.7, Sodium 220.2, Carbohydrate 27.1, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.5, Protein 7.3
PARTY-SIZE GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD
I got this from Allrecipes and have served it many times during summer parties and it is always a hit so I posted it for the Zaar World Tour. This is what the original chef says... "If you are tired of the same old potato or macaroni salad and want raves, try this at your next picnic or pot luck! This recipe can be easily adapted depending on the veggies and dressing you use. Salad can be made the night before; however, add dressing just before serving
Provided by Little Bee
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook couscous according to package directions. Transfer to a large serving bowl to cool. Stir to break up clusters of couscous.
- When the couscous has cooled to room temperature, mix in tomatoes, olives, bell peppers, cucumber, parsley, and feta. Gradually stir vinaigrette into couscous until you arrive at desired moistness.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.9, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 10.7, Sodium 198.5, Carbohydrate 2.5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.3, Protein 2.1
GREEK-STYLE COUSCOUS SALAD
Steps:
- Place couscous in meduim bowl. Pour 1 cup boiling water over and stir to combine. Set aside until couscous isn soft and water is absorbed, about 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Add garbanzo beans, bell pepper, olives, onions, and mint and toss. Mix in olive oil and lemon juice, then feta cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
CUCUMBER GREEK SALAD WITH COUSCOUS
Toss up some fresh veggies, chicken and feta cheese for a tasty Cucumber Greek Salad with Couscous. This cucumber Greek salad is waiting for you to try it!
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings, 1 cup each
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine cucumbers, mint and 1 Tbsp. dressing.
- Spoon couscous into 6 shallow bowls; top with cucumber mixture and remaining ingredients.
- Drizzle with remaining dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 570 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 20 g
GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD WITH HOMEMADE DRESSING
Created for the Greek themed day while I was teaching the 2013 "Cuisine Around the World" cooking elective at The Village Charter School. The salad and dressing are modified versions of Mary's recipe #433410 and BeachGirl's recipe #57642. Cook time is chilling and cooking couscous.
Provided by Tinkerbell
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 2h30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In jar with tight fitting lid, combine all dressing ingredients and shake until combined. Set aside.
- Cook couscous according to package directions.
- Allow to cool, then fluff with a fork.
- Add the rest of the salad ingredients and 1/2 cup (or all) of the salad dressing. Stir to combine, and chill in refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.9, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 8.3, Sodium 280.3, Carbohydrate 9.1, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.8, Protein 3.1
GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pour enough hot water over sun-dried tomatoes to cover. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes or until softened drain and coarsely chop. Mix tomatoes, couscous, cucumber, parsley, basil, cheese and nuts in large bowl. Mix remaining ingredients. Pour over couscous mixture toss. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours to blend flavors.1 Serving: Calories 105 (Calories from Fat 45) Fat 5g (Saturated 2g) Cholesterol 5mg Sodium 260mg Carbohydrate 13g (Dietary Fiber 1g) Protein 3g.From "Betty Crocker's Best of Healthy & Hearty Cooking." Text Copyright 1998 General Mills, Inc. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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