Description
Experience a vibrant and comforting dish with fluffy pearl couscous, fresh vegetables, and crumbled feta, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pearl couscous
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup diced zucchini
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or basil
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Couscous: Bring vegetable broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in the pearl couscous. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.
- 2. Sauté the Veggies: While the couscous cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced bell peppers and zucchini; sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
- 3. Combine Everything: Fluff the cooked couscous with a fork. Stir in the sautéed vegetables and halved cherry tomatoes.
- 4. Add Feta and Herbs: Gently mix in crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh herbs until evenly distributed.
- 5. Serve It Up: Transfer to plates or bowls, drizzling with additional olive oil if desired.
- 6. Enjoy: Serve warm and savor each delightful bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg