Mediterranean Couscous

Couscous flavored with classic Mediterranean spices, chopped tomatoes, onion, cucumber and crumbled feta cheese, with a fresh lemon dressing.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 cup couscous
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon parsley
2 small tomatoes, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
1/2 cucumber, chopped
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Dressing:
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Cooking Directions:

1. Bring the broth to a boil. Reduce the heat and add the garlic, cumin, oregano, parsley, and couscous. Stir well. Remove the mixture from the heat, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes.
2. In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice and the olive oil. Season to taste.
3. Add the vegetables to the broth mixture, top with the cheese, and sprinkle the dressing on top.
4. Serve as a main course or side dish.

Makes 4 servings.