Ingredients
- 150g couscous (uncooked)
- 300ml water or vegetable stock
- 75g feta cheese, crumbled
- 40g black olives, pitted and sliced
- 40g fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedge to garnish
Instructions
- Cook the couscous: In a medium saucepan, bring the water or stock to a boil. Add the couscous, stir, cover, and remove from the heat. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until the couscous absorbs the liquid. Then fluff the couscous with a fork.
- Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the fluffed couscous, feta cheese, black olives, and parsley (if using).
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
- Serve: Serve warm or at room temperature with a wedge of lemon.
Cooking time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
Approximate macro information - per serving serves 4
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Dietary Fibre: 3g
- Fat: 10g
Notes
- You can adjust the portion sizes or ingredients to fit your dietary preferences.
- For additional protein, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- Adjust the amount of feta and olives for your taste or dietary needs, as both can be high in sodium.
Enjoy this healthy, tasty, and easy-to-make recipe!
