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    Published: Jun 26, 2022 · Modified: Feb 9, 2023 by Heather Bilyeu · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Easy Greek Couscous Pasta Salad

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    We all love an easy and flavorful side dish, and Easy Greek Couscous Pasta Salad is an answer to that need! Toss this together in 20 minutes and serve all year long. Full of delicious Greek flavors and perfect for serving at room temp or chilled!

    You can never go wrong with pasta salad! Am I right or am I right?!

    And today we are putting a Greek twist on a summertime favorite. I may or may not be cooking all the Greek food since I am missing being there from our trip this spring. Just trying to bring a little of Greece back to Kentucky. It doesn't quite hit the same .... but it will do!

    Easy Greek couscous pasta salad will be an easy and go-to side dish during the hot summer months! Serve right after making or chilled and in 20 minutes you will have a Greek twist on pasta salad everyone will love!

    white bowl of Easy Greek couscous pasta salad with a sprig of thyme next to it and a green napkin and gold spoon.
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    Ingredients

    • Israeli Couscous* (or also known as pearl couscous)
    • Cucumber
    • Cherry Tomatoes
    • Kalamata Olives
    • Red Onion
    • Feta
    olives, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and feta in clear bowls.

    Lemon Dressing Ingredients

    • Olive Oil
    • Lemon
    • Dijon Mustard
    • Fresh Chives 
    • Fresh Oregano
    • Salt
    • Pepper
    • Red Pepper Flakes
    lemon dressing in a clear bowl.

    How to Make

    1. Make the Israeli couscous according to package directions (making sure to add salt to the water for flavor).
    2. While it is cooking, slice and prep your veggies.
    3. In a bowl, add all the ingredients for the dressing and whisk to combine.
    4. After the couscous is finished cooking, put it into a large bowl and fluff with a fork. 
    5. Add in all the veggies, olives, feta, and dressing. Toss and stir with a rubber spatula until the couscous is all combined with the dressing.
    6. Enjoy right away or place in the fridge to chill for a couple of hours until needed.
    Ingredients for Easy Greek couscous pasta salad in a big bowl before mixing.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How Long Will This Keep?

    Keep Greek couscous pasta salad covered airtight in the fridge for 2-3 days.

    Can I Make This in Advance?

    I personally think this is best eaten right after making (or 1 to 2 hours after if chilling). That way the cucumbers will be fresh and still crisp and all the veggies still prime. You can definitely enjoy leftovers, I just find this is best enjoyed making the day you plan on eating it.

    Can I Use Another Pasta Instead of Couscous?

    Absolutely! Just sub amount for whatever pasta shape you want in the same amount and make according to the recipe below. You can also sub regular couscous or even quinoa if you would like. Any gluten free pasta option will work as well.

    Two bowls of Easy Greek couscous pasta salad with a sprig of thyme and gold spoon next to them.

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    easy greek couscous pasta salad in a white bowl with green napkin and gold fork.

    Easy Greek Couscous Pasta Salad


    • Author: Heather
    • Total Time: 20 minutes
    • Yield: 12 1x
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    We all love an easy and flavorful side dish, and Easy Greek Couscous Pasta Salad is an answer to that need! Toss this together in 20 minutes and serve all year long. Full of delicious Greek flavors and perfect for serving at room temp or chilled!


    Ingredients

    Scale
    • 8 Ounces Israeli Couscous
    • 1 Cup Cucumber - thinly sliced and quartered
    • 1 Cup Cherry Tomatoes - halved
    • 1 Cup Pitted Kalamata Olives - halved
    • ½ Cup Red Onion - thinly sliced and halved
    • ½ C Feta - crumbled

    Dressing

    • ½ Cup Olive Oil
    • Juice of 1 Lemon
    • 1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard
    • 1 Tablespoon Fresh Chives 
    • 1 Teaspoon Fresh Oregano
    • ½ Teaspoon Salt
    • ½ Teaspoon Pepper
    • ¼ Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes

     


    Instructions

    1. Make the Israeli couscous according to package directions (making sure to add salt to the water for flavor).
    2. While it is cooking, slice and prep your veggies.
    3. In a bowl, add all the ingredients for the dressing and whisk to combine.
    4. After the couscous is finished cooking, put it into a large bowl and fluff with a fork. 
    5. Add in all the veggies, olives, feta, and dressing. Toss and stir with a rubber spatula until the couscous is all combined with the dressing.
    6. Enjoy right away or place in the fridge to chill for a couple of hours until needed.

    Notes

    • Keep leftovers in the fridge covered for 2-3 days.
    • This can be eaten right away at warm/room temperature, or placed in the fridge to chill and then enjoy.
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 10 minutes
    • Category: Sides
    • Method: Cooking
    • Cuisine: Greek

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 scoop
    • Calories: 189
    • Sugar: 1.1 g
    • Sodium: 272.1 mg
    • Fat: 12 g
    • Carbohydrates: 17.4 g
    • Fiber: 1.7 g
    • Protein: 3.7 g
    • Cholesterol: 5.6 mg

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