Lemony Couscous with Mint, Dill, and Feta

Prep Time: 0 Minutes

Cook Time: 0 Minutes

Ready In: 0 Minutes

Servings: 8

You can substitute regular couscous for whole wheat. Add cubed rotisserie chicken to make this a light lunch.

Ingredients:

2 cups water

1 tablespoon extravirgin olive oil

1 teaspoon salt

1 large garlic clove, minced

1 (10-ounce) box whole wheat couscous

1 2/3 cups grape or cherry tomatoes, halved (about 1 pint)

1 1/2 cups diced english cucumber

1/3 cup chopped green onion

1/3 cup fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint

1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill

1 (4-ounce) package crumbled feta cheese

Directions:

1. Combine first 4 ingredients in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Gradually stir in couscous. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork; cool.
2. Combine couscous, tomatoes, and next 5 ingredients (through dill) in a large bowl; toss well. Add cheese.

By RecipeOfHealth.com