Israeli Pearl Couscous Salad

Name: Israeli Pearl Couscous Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 ½ TBS Olive Oil; 2 medium shallots (– finely diced (about 1/3 heaping cup)); 2 large Lemons (– zested & juiced (1/4 cup juice) (1 TBS & ½ tsp Zest - DIVIDED)); 1 ½ Cups Israeli Pearl Couscous; 1 ¾ Cups Stock or Water; 1 (8 ounce) Jar Oil-Packed Julienne Sun-Dried Tomatoes (– drained & 2 TBS Oil reserved); 1 (14 ounce) can Chickpeas (– drained & rinsed); 3 ounces Baby Arugula (– or more to taste); 3 large Green Onions (– thinly sliced); 6 ounces Feta Cheese (– crumbled); ½ Cup Fresh Herbs (– chopped (Dill, Basil, Parsley, Chives, Cilantro, Mint) (SEE NOTES)); 3 TBS Toasted Pine Nuts ((SEE NOTES)); to taste Kosher Salt and Ground Black Pepper; ¼ Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1 small clove Garlic (– minced); 1 tsp EACH: Dijon Mustard and Honey; Optional For Serving: Lemon Wedges, Microgreens, Pita Bread or Naan Bread

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:15min

Experience the magic of the Mediterranean with this Israeli Pearl Couscous Salad that's equal parts nutritious and delicious. Featuring plump pearled couscous, garden-fresh veggies, crumbled feta cheese, and a tantalizing lemon dressing, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing salad that's perfect for any occasion.

Updated at: Mon, 21 Apr 2025 00:34:04 GMT