GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD WITH HOMEMADE DRESSING

Greek Couscous Salad With Homemade Dressing image

Provided by Tinkerbell

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon sugar
2 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon basil leaves
1/8 teaspoon oregano leaves
1 (6 ounce) package garlic and herb couscous mix
3/4 cup chickpeas, rinsed
1 cucumber, diced & seeded
8 grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup feta cheese
1/2 cup sliced ripe olives
3 green onions, sliced
1 teaspoon of fresh mint, chopped or 1/2 teaspoon dried mint
1/2 teaspoon all purpose Greek seasoning (I use my Homemade Greek Seasoning Mix)

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