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Fresh Mediterranean couscous salad served with crumbled feta, cucumber, tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, Kalamata olives, and parsley.

Mediterranean Couscous Lunch Bowl

 A fresh Mediterranean bowl featuring fluffy couscous, crisp vegetables, feta cheese, olives, and a bright lemon dressing. Perfect for meal prep lunches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Couscous Base
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1¼ cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Vegetables
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ red onion finely diced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • Toppings
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ⅓ cup sliced Kalamata olives
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Lemon Dressing
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 garlic clove minced

Equipment

  • 1 Medium saucepan used for cooking couscous
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl used for assembling ingredients
  • 1 Small Bowl used for preparing dressing
  • 1 Whisk used for mixing dressing
  • 1 Cutting Board used for chopping vegetables
  • 1 Sharp Knife used for ingredient preparation
  • 1 Measuring Cups used for couscous and vegetables
  • 1 Measuring Spoons used for dressing ingredients
  • 4 Serving Bowls used for assembling lunch bowls

Method
 

  1. Bring broth or water to a boil.
  2. Stir in couscous and olive oil.
  3. Remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes.
  4. Fluff couscous with a fork.
  5. Chop all vegetables.
  6. Whisk dressing ingredients together.
  7. Divide couscous among bowls.
  8. Top with vegetables, feta, olives, and parsley.
  9. Drizzle with dressing.
  10. Toss lightly and serve.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice whenever possible, as it provides a brighter and more vibrant flavor than bottled alternatives. This Mediterranean Couscous Lunch Bowl is delicious served either warm or chilled, making it a versatile option for lunches and meal prep. If preparing it ahead of time, store the dressing separately and add it just before serving to keep the vegetables fresh and the couscous from becoming soggy. For a more filling meal, add grilled chicken or chickpeas to boost the protein content while complementing the Mediterranean flavors perfectly.
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