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Fruit, herb and feta Israeli couscous salad

June 29, 2016 by Caroline's Cooking 10 Comments

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Fruit, herb and feta Israeli couscous salad I’ve mentioned before that warm days make me want salad for lunch as I don’t want anything too heavy. That said, I equally don’t want to feel hungry after I’ve eaten. This fruit, herb and feta Israeli couscous salad is great for warm days as it has lots of juicy fresh fruit in there along with cooling herbs to be light and refreshing, but filling enough to keep you going.

Fruit, herb and feta Israeli couscous salad What is Israeli couscous?

Israeli couscous, also called pearled or giant couscous, is basically a larger version of regular couscous. It’s a small, round pasta, and it’s pretty versatile. I used it before in my Israeli couscous with grilled vegetables as either a main or along with simple grilled shrimp or meat, but it’s also great in various salads. Plus, you can toast it before cooking which adds a nice flavor to it.

Fruit, herb and feta Israeli couscous salad How it’s made

This salad could hardly be easier as all you need to cook is the couscous and you can get everything else ready while it’s cooking. If you think the fruit, herbs and feta is a weird combination, believe me, it really works. The sweet and salty mix, along with the herbs in particular, work perfectly to balance each other out.

making Fruit, herb and feta Israeli couscous salad Make ahead options

If you prefer, you can cook the couscous ahead then just make everything up when you need it. You can also make the whole salad ahead to take with you for lunch or a potluck as it’s pretty robust, although remember it is still full of fresh fruit and herbs so don’t expect it to last a few days. It’s one I have on my list for summer lunchboxes, along with my calamari salad, French lentil salad with feta and fennel, caprese quinoa salad and a few more.

This fruit, herb and feta Israeli couscous salad is light, refreshing and colorful. Plus, it’s packed with healthy goodness and quick to make. I know some people have a thing about fruit in salads, but to me, you can hardly get a better combination for a summer lunch/side.

Fruit, herb and feta Israeli couscous salad

5 from 3 votes
Fruit, herb and feta Israeli couscous salad
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Fruit, herb and feta Israeli couscous salad
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
 

Fresh fruit, herbs and a citrusy dressing make this Israeli couscous salad bright and fresh.

Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: salad with couscous and fruit, summer salad
Servings: 2 +
Calories: 764 kcal
Author: Caroline's Cooking
Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup Israeli couscous
  • 1 1/4 cup water 300ml
  • 1 cup watermelon 170g, diced
  • 1 nectarine or peach
  • 3 oz feta 80g
  • 1/2 cup blueberries 80g
  • 1/4 cup mint 4tbsp, chopped (fresh)
  • 1/4 cup parsley 4tbsp, chopped (fresh)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • salt and pepper
Instructions
  1. Warm 2tbsp olive oil in a pan then toast the couscous until lightly brown - about 3-5min. Add the water, cover and bring to a bil then reduce the heat so it simmers. Cook until the water is absorbed -about 10min. Allow the couscous to cool - you can help it along by rinsing in cold water.
  2. While the couscous is cooking and cooling, dice the watermelon and nectarine/peach into bite-sized pieces. Chop or break up the feta into small chunks and chop the mint and parsley - a rough chop is fine.
  3. Dress the cooled couscous with the lemon juice, oil and a few grinds of salt and pepper. Toss so it is well-coated. Add the rest of the ingredients, toss, and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Fruit, herb and feta Israeli couscous salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 764 Calories from Fat 342
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 38g 58%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 37mg 12%
Sodium 498mg 21%
Potassium 498mg 14%
Total Carbohydrates 88g 29%
Dietary Fiber 7g 28%
Sugars 15g
Protein 18g 36%
Vitamin A 34.4%
Vitamin C 34.2%
Calcium 25.9%
Iron 13.5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Try these other salads perfect for summer:

grilled nectarine salad
grilled nectarine salad
Caprese quinoa salad with beets and avocado
caprese quinoa salad with beets and avocado
Mexican street corn salad
Mexican street corn salad

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This fruit, herb and feta Israeli couscous salad is light and refreshing with fresh fruit and cooling herbs, but filling enough to be a great lunch or side. Perfect for summer

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Comments

  1. Ahila says

    July 2, 2016 at 7:44 am

    Love the mix of fruits, herb and cheese in a couscous salad. Thanks for sharing it at #SaucySaturdays

    Reply
    • Caroline's Cooking says

      July 3, 2016 at 7:54 pm

      Thanks, Ahila, it’s definitely a tasty mix!

      Reply
  2. Frugal Hausfrau says

    July 5, 2016 at 3:19 pm

    So fresh and pretty – I am just going to have to search out some of that couscous!! Thanks for sharing with us at Throwback Thursday!

    Mollie

    Reply
    • Caroline's Cooking says

      July 8, 2016 at 11:50 am

      Thanks Mollie, I found with the couscous that it’s actually more available than you might think once you look for it.

      Reply
  3. Beth says

    June 1, 2018 at 4:40 pm


    I absolutely love fruits in salads! It adds a whole different dimension! I have only had the Israeli couscous. It’s so good!

    Reply
    • Caroline's Cooking says

      June 2, 2018 at 7:39 pm

      Thanks, I agree fruit can be great and the fruits here, especially with the herbs, add a lovely freshness.

      Reply
  4. Brian Jones says

    June 2, 2018 at 2:26 am


    I love the sound of this, such a great summer salad, my stash of Isreali couscous is empty so I have a 150km round trip to top it up… But it is worthwhile!

    I love the addition of the nectarine it will add a lovely sweetness and sharpness to the recipe!

    Reply
    • Caroline's Cooking says

      June 2, 2018 at 7:39 pm

      Thanks, it is indeed perfect for summer!

      Reply
  5. Katie Crenshaw | A Fork's Tale says

    June 2, 2018 at 5:15 am


    This is such a pretty salad! The fruit and couscous look like the perfect combination. I look forward to making this. YUM!

    Reply
    • Caroline's Cooking says

      June 2, 2018 at 7:40 pm

      Thanks, it’s a really tasty combination, and I love the colors as well.

      Reply

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