Best 6 Simple Greek Couscous Recipes

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**Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our exquisite Greek couscous recipes!**

Embark on a culinary adventure to the sun-kissed shores of Greece, where aromatic herbs, tangy feta cheese, and juicy tomatoes dance together in perfect harmony. Our curated collection of Greek couscous dishes will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the heart of this culinary paradise. From the classic simplicity of our Traditional Greek Couscous to the vibrant and refreshing flavors of our Mediterranean Couscous Salad, each recipe is a testament to the beauty of Greek cuisine. Dive into the delectable world of Greek flavors and let your taste buds experience the magic of authentic Mediterranean cooking.

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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 COUSCOUS



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Greek style Israeli couscous. So delicious!

Provided by KenzieKook

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 45m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup chicken broth
½ cup water
1 teaspoon minced garlic
½ cup pearl (Israeli) couscous
¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
¼ cup sliced Kalamata olives
2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
1 cup canned garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Pour the chicken broth and water into a saucepan, stir in the garlic, and bring to a boil. Stir in the couscous, cover the pan, and remove from heat. Allow the couscous to stand until all the water has been absorbed, about 5 minutes; fluff with a fork. Allow the couscous to cool to warm temperature.
  • In a large serving bowl, lightly toss the couscous, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, and garbanzo beans. Mix the oregano, black pepper, white wine vinegar, and lemon juice in a small bowl, and pour over the couscous mixture. Toss again to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.6 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 5.6 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 591.8 mg, Sugar 2 g

SIMPLE GREEK COUSCOUS



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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

1 cup water
1 cup couscous
⅔ cup chopped kalamata olives, liquid reserved
⅔ cup diced red bell pepper
½ cup diced sun-dried tomatoes, oil reserved
1 (4 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
1 tablespoon dried parsley, or to taste

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

GREEK COUSCOUS



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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

2 pieces sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped (divided)
1 cup water
1 cup couscous (dry)
1/4 teaspoon salt
5 jumbo black olives
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
2 tablespoons greek salad dressing with feta
1 small garlic clove, minced

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.

GREEK CHICKEN COUSCOUS BOWL



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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

½ teaspoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon ground cardamom
¼ teaspoon ground coriander
2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ lemon, juiced
1 ½ cups water
1 cup dry couscous
½ cucumber, peeled and shredded
½ cup sour cream
½ cup Greek yogurt
½ lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint
1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 broccoli crown, cut into florets
1 medium red onion, diced
½ cucumber, peeled and diced
2 roma tomatoes, diced
½ cup chopped Kalamata olives, or to taste
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 (4 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese, or to taste

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

KITTENCAL'S GREEK COUSCOUS



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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

1 1/2 cups chicken broth (I use a garlic flavored broth for this) or 1 1/2 cups water (I use a garlic flavored broth for this)
1 cup uncooked couscous
1/2-1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 -2 cup diced peeled cucumber
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup small ripe olives, halved
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, well drained (garbonzo beans)
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 -3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
salt (to taste)

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.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality, organic ingredients whenever possible.
  • Rinse the couscous before cooking to remove any dust or debris.
  • Be careful not to overcook the couscous, or it will become mushy.
  • Fluff the couscous with a fork before serving to separate the grains.
  • Season the couscous to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices.
  • Experiment with different vegetables, herbs, and spices to create different flavor variations.
  • Serve the couscous warm or at room temperature.
  • Greek couscous is a versatile dish that can be served as a main course, side dish, or appetizer.

Conclusion:

Greek couscous is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a healthy and flavorful alternative to traditional pasta or rice. With its vibrant colors and Mediterranean flavors, Greek couscous is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give Greek couscous a try. You won't be disappointed!

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