Best 5 Couscous Tabbouleh With Fresh Mint Feta Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our exquisite Couscous Tabbouleh with Fresh Mint and Feta recipe. This refreshing and healthy salad combines the nutty flavor of couscous with the zesty freshness of chopped parsley, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Infused with the aromatic essence of mint and the tangy bite of lemon juice, this tabbouleh is a delightful explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Served alongside three additional tantalizing recipes - a classic Hummus with Tahini, a flavorful Falafel with Tahini Sauce, and a refreshing Mint Lemonade with Honey - this article offers a complete Middle Eastern feast that will transport you to the heart of the region's culinary heritage. Get ready to indulge in a symphony of tastes and aromas as you explore these delectable dishes.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

QUINOA TABBOULEH WITH FETA



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This quinoa tabbouleh is one of my go-to recipes. Quinoa, a grain that originated in South America, is considered a superfood because it contains more protein than most grains. It has a nutty flavor that tastes wonderful with the cucumbers, tomatoes, scallions, feta and mint, and it's a great gluten-free alternative to traditional bulgur wheat. Best of all, you can make this salad ahead; if it sits at room temperature for a few hours, the lemon vinaigrette really has time to soak into the quinoa and vegetables, so the salad is even more delicious!

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup quinoa
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)
1/4 cup good olive oil
1 cup thinly sliced scallions, white and green parts (5 scallions)
1 cup chopped fresh mint leaves (2 bunches)
1 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 hothouse cucumber, unpeeled, seeded and medium-diced
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved through the stem
2 cups medium-diced feta (8 ounces)

Steps:

  • Pour 2 cups of water into a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Add the quinoa and 1 teaspoon of salt, lower the heat and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes, until the grains are tender and open (they'll have little curly tails). Drain, place in a bowl and immediately add the lemon juice, olive oil and 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt.*
  • In a large bowl, combine the scallions, mint, parsley, cucumber, tomatoes, 1 to 2 teaspoons of salt* and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Add the quinoa and mix well. Carefully fold in the feta and taste for seasonings. Serve at room temperature or refrigerate and serve cold.
  • * Ina uses Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt, which is coarser than other brands; if you are using a finer-grain kosher salt such as Morton, use the smaller amount.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 25 milligrams, Sodium 341 milligrams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 2 grams

ISRAELI COUSCOUS TABOULI



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Time 28m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup Israeli couscous
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 lemon, zested and juiced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup finely chopped parsley
1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
2 ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced
3 scallions, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a medium-size saucepan of salted water to a boil over medium heat. Add the couscous and cook until al dente, 7 to 8 minutes. Drain the couscous and set aside to cool. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and zest with the olive oil to make a vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a large serving bowl, mix together the couscous, parsley, cilantro, mint, tomatoes, and scallions. Toss with the vinaigrette and season to taste. Allow it to sit for at least a half hour so the flavors can marry.

COUSCOUS TABBOULEH



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Categories     Salad     Tomato     Side     Quick & Easy     Low/No Sugar     Mint     Cucumber     Chill     Couscous     Parsley     Boil     Gourmet

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup chicken broth
1 cup water
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups couscous
1 seedless cucumber, cut into 1/4-inch pieces, plus cucumber slices for garnish
8 plum tomatoes, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch dice, plus tomato slices for garnish
3/4 cup finely chopped scallion
2 cups loosely packed fresh parsley leaves, minced
1 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves, minced, plus mint sprigs for garnish

Steps:

  • In a saucepan combine the broth, the water, 1/4 cup of the lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons of the oil, bring the mixture to a boil, and stir in the couscous. Cover the pan, remove it from the heat, and let the couscous stand for 5 minutes. Fluff the couscous with a fork and let it cool in the pan. In a very large bowl stir together the cucumber pieces, the tomato dice, the scallion, the remaining 1/3 cup oil, the remaining 1/4 cup lemon juice, and salt to taste and let the mixture stand for 15 minutes. Add the couscous, the parsley, and the mint leaves, stir the salad well, and chill it, covered, for 1 hour. The salad may be made 2 days in advance and kept covered and chilled. Serve the salad garnished with the mint sprigs and the cucumber and tomato slices.

FRUITY TABBOULEH WITH FETA



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Use up a few storecupboard staples in this bulgur wheat salad packed with dried fruit, nuts and herbs

Provided by Ren Behan

Categories     Lunch, Main course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

100g bulgur wheat
6 tbsp olive oil
100g couscous
200g mixed shelled nut , roughly chopped (any mixture of almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, pecans and pistachios)
200g mixed dried fruit , large fruit chopped (any mixture of raisins, sultanas, apricots, dates and cranberries)
zest and juice 2 lemons
small pack mint , leaves roughly chopped
small pack flat-leaf parsley , leaves roughly chopped
2 garlic cloves , crushed
100g feta cheese , crumbled
grilled lamb or pork chops , to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Boil the kettle. Put the bulgur wheat in a sieve and rinse with cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well and transfer to a mixing bowl. Pour over 200ml boiling water and 1 tbsp olive oil, cover with a plate and leave to soak for 30 mins. Meanwhile, put the couscous into a second mixing bowl with 1 tbsp olive oil, just cover with boiling water, then cover with a plate and leave to stand for 5-10 mins.
  • Once the bulgur wheat and couscous are ready, put them in a mixing bowl and fluff up the grains with a fork. Stir through the nuts and dried fruit, too.
  • Whisk together the lemon zest and juice, herbs, remaining olive oil and the garlic. Pour over the grains, nuts and fruit, and stir everything together well with some seasoning. Transfer to a serving plate, scatter with the crumbled feta, and serve with grilled lamb or pork chops, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 829 calories, Fat 50 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 72 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 35 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, Sodium 1.4 milligram of sodium

COUSCOUS TABBOULEH



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Couscous tabbouleh is popular throughout France. In summer, add a pound of finely chopped tomatoes to the mix.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, side dish

Time 45m

Yield Serves four to six

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup couscous
Salt to taste
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 cup warm water
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup finely chopped mint
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 small cucumber, diced
Small romaine lettuce leaves for scoops

Steps:

  • Put the couscous in a glass or ceramic bowl, and toss with the salt and cumin. Mix together 1/4 cup of the lemon juice and the water, and pour over the couscous. Let sit for 30 minutes, stirring the mixture from time to time or rubbing between your fingers and thumbs to prevent it from lumping. Cover with a plate, and microwave on 100 per cent power for one minute; or line a steamer with a kitchen towel, place the couscous in it and steam for 10 minutes. Carefully remove the plate, or remove from the steamer, and return to the bowl. Stir in the remaining lemon juice and the olive oil, and allow to cool. Toss with the remaining ingredients, except the lettuce leaves. Taste and adjust seasonings. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve, using the romaine lettuce leaves as scoopers.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 209, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 376 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • To make the couscous fluffy, be sure to rinse it well before cooking and then fluff it with a fork after it has been cooked.
  • If you don't have any fresh mint, you can use dried mint instead. However, fresh mint will give the dish a much more vibrant flavor.
  • If you are vegan, you can omit the feta cheese or use a vegan alternative.
  • Tabbouleh can be served as a main course, a side dish, or an appetizer.

Conclusion:

Tabbouleh is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are a vegetarian, vegan, or meat-eater, there is a tabbouleh recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful dish to serve, give tabbouleh a try.

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