Mediterranean Couscous Recipe

Mediterranean Couscous Recipe

  • 2/3 cup water
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/3 cup whole-wheat couscous
  • 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, coarsely chopped
  • 3 kalamata olives, coarsely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 1 tablespoon feta cheese
  • 2 teaspoons fresh-squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon olive oil
  1. Boil 2/3 cup water in a small saucepan over high heat. Add salt, then stir in the couscous. Remove from heat and cover. Let stand for 5 minutes.
  2. Transfer the couscous to a small bowl. Mix in remaining ingredients. Serve hot, or chill in refrigerator and serve at room temperature.