Best 8 Greek Couscous Salad Recipes

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**Greek Couscous Salad: A Delightful Medley of Mediterranean Flavors**

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with Greek couscous salad, a refreshing and irresistibly delicious dish perfect for any occasion. This flavorful salad combines the nutty goodness of couscous with an array of fresh and tangy ingredients, resulting in a delightful explosion of taste in every bite. Discover the authentic Greek flavors in this versatile salad, which can be easily tailored to your preferences and dietary needs. Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Greece with our collection of Greek couscous salad recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From traditional recipes bursting with the essence of Greece to modern interpretations that fuse global influences, our selection caters to every palate. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this symphony of flavors and textures.

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

GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD



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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

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-3/4 cups uncooked whole wheat couscous (about 11 ounces)
DRESSING:
1/2 cup olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
SALAD:
1 English cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced
2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley
1 can (6-1/2 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
4 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

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 SALAD WITH COUSCOUS AND SPICY FETA CHEESE



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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

1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon chili powder
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 (6 ounce) package feta cheese, cubed
1 cup water
1 cup couscous
1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
¼ medium red onion, chopped
¼ cup pitted black olives
¼ cup pitted green olives
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce

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-INSPIRED SHRIMP COUSCOUS SALAD



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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

1 ⅔ cups water
1 ⅓ cups Israeli couscous, uncooked
¾ pound raw medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
½ tablespoon Greek seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium heads romaine lettuce - rinsed, dried, and chopped
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ English cucumber, chopped
¼ cup vinaigrette salad dressing

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

ZESTY GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD



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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

1 (7 5/8 ounce) package couscous
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh basil, cut into strips
1/3 cup green onion
3/4 cup feta cheese

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.

PARTY-SIZE GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD



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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

Categories     Salad     Grains

Time 45m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 (6 ounce) packages garlic and herb couscous mix (or any flavor you prefer)
1 pint cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1 (5 ounce) jar pitted kalamata olives, halved
1 cup mixed bell peppers (green, red, yellow, orange), diced
1 cucumber, sliced and then halved
½ cup parsley, finely chopped
1 (8 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
½ cup Greek vinaigrette salad dressing

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



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This recipe is a modification from the winner of a couscous contest put on by Near East. We left out the green onions. We also used grape tomatoes instead of regular to add flavor. Very good!

Provided by noway

Categories     Greek

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup couscous, prepared according to box
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pint grape tomatoes
1 medium zucchini, halved and thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh basil, cut into strips
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Can be served hot or cold. If served hot, put zucchini in with couscous as it is being cooked (we prefer it hot). If served cold, chill for 4 hours before serving.
  • Prepare couscous according to box directions using chicken broth or water, adding the black pepper, lemon juice, and olive oil.
  • Once couscous has reached proper consistency, add remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.6, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 16.7, Sodium 220.2, Carbohydrate 27.1, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.5, Protein 7.3

PARTY-SIZE GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD



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I got this from Allrecipes and have served it many times during summer parties and it is always a hit so I posted it for the Zaar World Tour. This is what the original chef says... "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 Little Bee

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 (6 ounce) packages garlic and herb couscous mix (or any flavor you prefer)
1 pint cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1 (5 ounce) jar pitted kalamata olives, halved
1 cup bell pepper, diced (green, red, yellow, orange)
1 cucumber, sliced and then halved
1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped
1 (8 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup Greek salad dressing

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 46.9, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 10.7, Sodium 198.5, Carbohydrate 2.5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.3, Protein 2.1

GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD



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Number Of Ingredients 12

10 sun-dried tomatoes halves (not-oil packed)
1 1/2 cups cold cooked couscous
1 small unpeeled cucumber, seeded and
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or 2 tsp dried parsley flakes
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 tsp dried basil leaves
2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (about 1/3 cup)
1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh or 1/2 tsp dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

Steps:

  • Pour enough hot water over sun-dried tomatoes to cover. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes or until softened drain and coarsely chop. Mix tomatoes, couscous, cucumber, parsley, basil, cheese and nuts in large bowl. Mix remaining ingredients. Pour over couscous mixture toss. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours to blend flavors.1 Serving: Calories 105 (Calories from Fat 45) Fat 5g (Saturated 2g) Cholesterol 5mg Sodium 260mg Carbohydrate 13g (Dietary Fiber 1g) Protein 3g.From "Betty Crocker's Best of Healthy & Hearty Cooking." Text Copyright 1998 General Mills, Inc. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, herbs, and flavorful dressing will make all the difference in your Greek couscous salad.
  • Cook the couscous properly: Follow the package instructions for cooking the couscous, making sure to use the correct ratio of water to couscous.
  • Fluff the couscous before assembling the salad: This will help to separate the grains and make the salad lighter and fluffier.
  • Let the salad chill before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the salad to become more refreshing.
  • Serve the salad with additional toppings: Such as crumbled feta cheese, chopped nuts, or a drizzle of olive oil.

Conclusion:

Greek couscous salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish or main course that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With its bright flavors and healthy ingredients, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a dish to impress your guests, Greek couscous salad is a great choice.

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