Description
A delightful and refreshing salad combining couscous, feta cheese, and pomegranate seeds, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 180 g couscous
- 240 ml boiling water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 100 g feta cheese, crumbled
- 150 g pomegranate seeds
- 50 g cucumber, diced
- 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
- 10 g fresh parsley, chopped
- 10 g fresh mint, chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine couscous and salt in a large bowl. Pour boiling water over couscous, cover, and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and black pepper until emulsified.
- Add cucumber, red onion, parsley, mint, and pomegranate seeds to couscous.
- Pour dressing over salad ingredients and toss gently.
- Scatter crumbled feta cheese over salad and toss lightly. Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for added freshness.
- Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
- Adjust feta cheese quantity to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean