Tomato, Artichoke and Feta Couscous Salad

Submitted by Abby Girl

"This is a recipe that I had adapted to suit my family needs. If you are in a rush, substitute the Herb Vinaigrette with any purchased vinaigrette"

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 18
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 1⁄4 cups water
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 cup couscous

• Salad

• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
• 1 cup feta cheese
• 1⁄2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 2⁄3 cup kalamata olive, halved
• 2 -170 ml marinated artichoke hearts, drained and halved
• 4 tablespoons parsley, chopped

• Herb Vinaigrette

• 1⁄3 cup olive oil
• 1⁄4 cup lemon juice
• 2 garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons basil, chopped
• 1⁄2 teaspoon oregano, dried
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1⁄2 teaspoon sugar, honey (optional)

directions

1. In a large saucepan, combine water and salt; cover and bring to a boil. Stir in lemon juice. Stir in couscous; cover and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Transfer couscous to large bowl and fluff with fork; let cool for about 15 minutes, fluffing with fork frequently.
2. Salad: Add tomatoes, feta cheese, onions, olives, artichoke and parsley to couscous; stir to mix.
3. Add vinaigrette and toss to ix. Add salt and pepper to taste.