Couscous with Feta and Herbs
A quick and flavorful side or light meal, featuring fluffy couscous tossed with creamy feta and fresh herbs.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 9g
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.25 cups boiling water
- 4 oz feta cheese
- ½ cup fresh parsley
- ¼ cup fresh mint
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Place the 1 cup couscous in a large bowl and pour the 1.25 cups boiling water over it. Cover and let sit until the water is absorbed and the couscous is tender, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Fluff the couscous with a fork. Add the 2 tbsp olive oil and stir to coat the grains.
- 3
Crumble the 4 oz feta cheese over the couscous. Add the 0.5 cup chopped parsley and 0.25 cup chopped mint.
- 4
Toss everything together gently until the feta and herbs are evenly distributed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tools you’ll need
- Large bowl
- Fork
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Knife
- Cutting board
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