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 PORK TENDERLOIN WITH ISRAELI COUSCOUS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Combine the allspice, oregano and garlic powder in a bowl. Pierce the pork all over with a fork. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper; rub with the spice mixture.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork and cook, turning, until browned all over, about 5 minutes. Transfer the skillet to the oven. Cook until a thermometer inserted into the center of the pork registers 145 degrees F, about 20 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the couscous and cook, stirring, until toasted, 5 minutes. Add 1 3/4 cups water, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low; cover and cook until the liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
- Fluff the couscous with a fork; let cool. Add the feta, cucumbers, herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, lemon juice and the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil; toss. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with the pork and lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 454 calorie, Fat 18 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 87 milligrams, Sodium 571 milligrams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 35 grams
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 CHICKEN COUSCOUS BOWL
A couscous bowl with loads of veggies, lemony chicken, and tzatziki sauce! Can be made ahead of time and re-heated for a healthy work-lunch option too!
Provided by Kim
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 30
Steps:
- Mix rosemary, black pepper, salt, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, cardamom, and coriander together in a small bowl. Place chicken on a plate and season with spice mixture. Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat until it starts to shimmer, 2 to 3 minutes. Add seasoned chicken to the pan and cook, covered, 4 to 5 minutes. Flip chicken over and cook, uncovered, until browned on the outside and no longer pink on the inside, 5 to 6 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Squeeze lemon juice over chicken and allow to cool 5 minutes. Slice into strips.
- While chicken cooks, bring water to a boil in a saucepan and add salt to taste. Add couscous, stir once, and cover. Remove saucepan from heat and let couscous steam for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- Mix cucumber, sour cream, yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, mint, dill, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until tzatziki sauce is just combined.
- Divide cooked couscous between 4 bowls. Top with cooked chicken, tzatziki sauce, broccoli, onion, cucumber, tomatoes, olives, parsley, and feta cheese. Serve immediately or store in airtight containers to reheat later.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 622 calories, Carbohydrate 55.5 g, Cholesterol 75.7 mg, Fat 35 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 1334.4 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
SIMPLE GREEK COUSCOUS
Kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta cheese add a Greek flair to a classic Mediterranean pasta.
Provided by DontWastetheCrumbs.com
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from the heat, and stir in couscous. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Mix olives, red bell pepper, sun-dried tomatoes, and couscous together in a bowl. Stir about 1 tablespoon liquid from olives and 1 tablespoon oil from sun-dried tomatoes into the couscous mixture until moistened. Add more oil as needed. Fold in feta cheese; sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 16.8 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 555.4 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
KITTENCAL'S GREEK COUSCOUS
This goes back years and has remained a family favorite --- you may adjust the amounts to suit your taste and the recipe may be doubled :)
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Greek
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring the 1-1/2 cups chicken broth to a boil in a medium saucepan; stir in the couscous and oregano, remove from heat; cover, and let stand 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork.
- Combine the couscous with tomatoes and the next 5 ingredients (tomatoes through chickpeas) in a bowl; set aside.
- Combine 1/4 cup water with the remaining ingredients; stir well with a whisk.
- Pour over the couscous mixture, tossing gently to coat.
- Season with black pepper and salt.
LAMB CHOPS WITH COUSCOUS - GREEK STYLE
Make and share this Lamb Chops with Couscous - Greek style recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Derf2440
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat broiler.
- Combine first 5 ingredients, rub over both sides of chops.
- Place chops on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray, broil 4 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness Couscous: Cook Couscous according to box instructions.
- Add diced tomato and cucumber and feta cheese to hot couscous, toss well.
- Serve chops over couscous.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 767.2, Fat 63.8, SaturatedFat 29, Cholesterol 181.2, Sodium 589, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.9, Protein 40.2
GREEK CHICKEN STEW WITH CINNAMON COUSCOUS
I was hesitant about trying this recipe since I'm not a fan of raisins or garbanzo beans. I'm glad I did because it is very tasty! From Sara's Secrets on the Food Network.
Provided by rickoholic83
Categories Stew
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- To make the stew:.
- Heat the oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook, stirring frequently, until they begin to soften, about 4 minutes.
- Add the garlic and Greek seasoning and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Add the tomatoes, garbanzo beans, broth, bay leaves and pepper. Stir well. Bring to a boil and boil for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add the chicken, lower the heat to medium, and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent sticking. (The mixture will thicken.).
- Remove the bay leaves and discard. Stir in the olives and lemon juice and serve immediately over the couscous.
- To make the couscous:.
- While the stew is simmering, bring the broth, olive oil and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the couscous and raisins, cover, and remove the pan from heat.
- When the moisture has been absorbed, about 5 minutes, sprinkle the cinnamon and orange juice over the couscous. Fluff with a fork to combine the flavors and loosen the couscous. Do not stir.
ZESTY GREEK COUSCOUS
Zesty pasta salad made with zucchini, tomato, lemon, and basil.
Provided by m1shootr
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Zucchini Salad Recipes
Time 4h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put couscous in a large bowl. Pour boiling water over the couscous, cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and set aside until the water is absorbed completely, about 5 minutes; fluff with a fork.
- Stir olive oil and lemon juice with the couscous. Fold tomatoes, zucchini, green onion, and basil into the couscous mixture.
- Cover bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate 4 hours to overnight.
- Stir feta cheese into the couscous mixture; season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 632.3 calories, Carbohydrate 105.7 g, Cholesterol 22.3 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 301 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
GREEK MEATBALLS, FETA YOGURT SAUCE AND LEMON COUSCOUS
Yummy, a whole different way to eat meatballs. No Italian sauce, but a creamy Feta sauce and lemon couscous to serve everything over versus pasta. It really is great and honestly doesn't take long. Couscous as you know takes 5 minutes. I make the dressing ahead and you are only left with the meatballs which you can actually make ahead, refrigerate or freeze and then make later. A salad on the side with a lemon vinaigrette and fresh tomatoes and dinner. Can't get much easier. Give it a try, you will love it if you enjoy greek flavors like me.
Provided by SarasotaCook
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 1h
Yield 4-6 , 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 31
Steps:
- Sauce -- Mix the feta, yogurt, half and half, salt and pepper and lemon juice. Set to the side in a small bowl and refrigerate. Done!
- Couscous -- As I said takes literally 5 minutes to boil, stir in couscous and it's done. Don't worry about that until the dinner is done. Although you can put a pot on the stove with the broth, lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper and put the couscous in a measuring cup on the side, just so it is all ready.
- Cucumber and Lemon -- Now I use a English (or seedless cucumber and just dice it up and set to the side (it's done). Same with slicing the lemon. One less thing to do at the end of the meal.
- Meatballs -- Simply in a large bowl, add the feta, milk, parsley, scallions, egg, oregano, salt and pepper. I mix everything well and then add the meat last. You don't want to over mix the meat as it can make it tough. Just mix enough to be combined. Roll into golf ball size meatballs.
- Saute -- Just heat up the olive oil in a large saute pan on medium high and cook them until golden brown. Remove to a plate while you make the sauce.
- Sauce -- In the same pan with the drippings from the meatballs, add the olives, garlic and red pepper and cook just a minute. then stir in the tomatoes, oregano and parsley and cook just another minute to heat up. Add the meatballs back in to finish cooking. They will take approximately 5-10 minutes depending on the size. Just keep them on a low simmer.
- Couscous -- As the meatballs finish, cook the couscous. Just bring the broth, lemon, olive oil and seasoning up to a boil. Add the couscous, stir and remove from the heat and cover. Use foil, a lid, saran wrap, a plate, or anything you have will work just fine. Just let it set for 5 minutes and it is done.
- Serve -- Use a fork to fluff the couscous and then just spoon some on your plate. Top with 2-3 of the meatballs and some of the tomato and olive sauce, and now the good part. Finish with a spoon of the yogurt sauce over the meatballs and some diced cucumber and then squeeze the lemon.
- And trust me -- now you have a totally amazing dish.
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
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
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
GREEK COUSCOUS
Make and share this Greek Couscous recipe from Food.com.
Provided by gailanng
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Add the tomatoes, half of the onion and the water to a small bowl and heat in the microwave until boiling. Add the salt and couscous, stir and cover for 5 minutes.
- Fluff couscous with a fork then add remaining onion, black olives, feta, basil, Greek salad dressing, and garlic.
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
GREEK TOMATO WITH TRAHANA (COUSCOUS) SOUP
Steps:
- 1. Heat the oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and sugar and sweat for 4 minutes, until tender 2. Add the cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and cinnamon and stir to coat. 3. Add the canned tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes. 4. Add the stock, bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat, partially cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. 5. Stir in the fresh tomatoes, pasta (couscous), and 2 tablespoons of the feta cheese; simmer for 2 minutes. 6. Remove from the heat and let stand 5 minutes. 7. To serve, ladle the soup into bowls and top with the remaining feta cheese and chopped scallions.
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