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Mediterranean-Inspired Israeli Couscous Recipe You'll Love!

A delicious and vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring Israeli couscous, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Israeli couscous
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and bell pepper, sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in Israeli couscous and toast for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until couscous is tender.
  6. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  7. Fluff couscous with a fork and mix in cherry tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, and feta cheese.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a vegan option, omit feta cheese.
  • This dish can be served warm or cold.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables or proteins as desired.

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