How to Make Greek Salad with Couscous and Spicy Feta Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to refreshing and flavorful salads, it's hard to beat a traditional Greek salad. The combination of crisp vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and tangy vinaigrette is always a crowd-pleaser. But if you're looking to add a little twist to this classic dish, then look no further than this recipe for Greek Salad with Couscous and Spicy Feta Cheese.

By incorporating hearty couscous into the mix, this salad becomes a more substantial and satisfying meal. The couscous adds a wonde...

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Ingredients

  • 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

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • 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

    400 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 25mg
    • Sodium: 667mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 181mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 239mg