One of the grocery stores that I shop in has a readymade salad section. Their couscous salads always look so inviting. I bought some the other day and can’t tell you how disappointing it was. It was flat and artificial tasting. I didn’t eat it. Instead, I started thinking about how I would have wanted it to taste and created my own. One of the best things about this delicious and colorful salad how easily it’s thrown together. It’s a healthy salad that’s filled with big flavors, roasted eggplant, olives, feta, and roasted red peppers. If you love couscous, I also make a great 10 minute Greek Style Couscous salad. These salads are really versatile, so feel free to add whatever herbs, cheeses or vegetables you want! I hope you enjoy it!
Toss the eggplant cubes with the oil or cooking spray, chopped onion and whole garlic cloves in a roasting pan and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 15 minutes. Remove the roasted garlic clove and place it on a separate plate. Using a fork mash it into a paste. Coat the eggplant with the mashed garlic and set aside to cool. Put the couscous, water and a pinch of salt into a bowl. Cover and let sit 5 minutes or until the water is absorbed into the couscous. Fluff with a fork and if necessary, transfer to a salad bowl. Add the roasted vegetable mixture, chopped herbs, and feta cheese. Toss well and prepare the dressing by mixing lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano, and seasoning. Add the red roasted peppers to the bowl. Top with the dressing and toss to coat. Chill for 2 hours or serve warm. It’s delicious either way.
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