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    Published: Mar 19, 2015 · Modified: Jun 1, 2022 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 7 Comments

    Greek Couscous Salad with Feta and Asparagus

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    Fluffy and light couscous gets a Greek-inspired springtime pick-me-up with the addition of tangy feta cheese and seasonal tender asparagus. Greek Couscous Salad is delicious!
     
    A pretty green and white bowl filled with Couscous Salad with Feta and Asparagus.

    *Disclaimer - This recipe was originally published in 2015. I'm working hard to update all my older recipes with recipe cards, new photos, and additional recipe information. But, getting to all of them will take time. Please bear with me. In the meantime let me assure you that this recipe is still a winner and one I'm sure you'll be well pleased with when you make it at home.

    Are you as excited as I am that it's finally asparagus season? I wait all year for the tasty green spears to come down in price so I can load them up in my shopping cart at the market.

    Couscous with Feta and Asparagus is a fast and tasty side dish that takes only 10 minutes to make and pairs well with any protein. My favorite is lamb chops. Mmmmm.

    One of my favorite omelets I get when we go out for breakfast is a Greek omelet with asparagus, feta, and lamb. It may sound like a weird combination for breakfast, but let me tell you, it's amazing!

    This recipe for Couscous with Feta and Asparagus is my take on that Greek omelet but with the couscous standing in for the egg and with a bit of oregano and lemon zest. Similar but completely different. What can I say?

    A pretty green and white bowl filled with Couscous Salad with Feta and Asparagus.

    COUSCOUS WITH FETA AND ASPARAGUS   {PRINT THIS RECIPE}


    1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1" pieces
    1 teaspoon grapeseed oil
    2 tablespoon butter, divided
    1½ teaspoon salt, divided
    ½ teaspoon black pepper, divided
    2 cloves garlic, minced
    2 cups beef broth (I use low-sodium)
    2 cups couscous
    2 cloves garlic, minced
    1 teaspoon dried oregano
    1 tablespoon lemon zest
    2-3 ounces crumbled feta cheese
    lemon slices as garnish (if desired)

    -In a large stockpot bring the beef broth, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 teaspoon salt, and ¼ pepper to a boil over medium heat. Stir in the couscous. Cover and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat, fluff with a fork, and set aside.

    -In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the asparagus in the grapeseed oil and 1 tablespoon butter until crisp-tender (approximately 3 minutes). Stir in the garlic, ½ salt, ¼ pepper, and oregano. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

    -Stir the sauteed asparagus, lemon zest, and crumbled feta into the cooked couscous. Garnish with lemon slices if desired and serve.

    A pretty green and white bowl filled with Couscous Salad with Feta and Asparagus and a serving spoon.

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    1. Susan says

      March 23, 2015 at 12:03 pm

      I totally with you, I love asparagus season and probably eat my weight in it (well close) while it's here. This recipe is absolutely one of things I do on a regular basis with asparagus, you can't go wrong with couscous and feta!

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    2. Sarah Walker Caron (Sarah's Cucina Bella) says

      March 20, 2015 at 10:34 am

      I am so, so, so excited for spring! And for asparagus season!

      Reply
    3. The Food Hunter says

      March 19, 2015 at 10:12 pm

      I need to make more dishes like this...I forget how much I love them!

      Reply
    4. Ashley Presciutti says

      March 20, 2015 at 1:32 am

      Asparagus is actually one of the only veggies I will eat! LOL I love it! Sounds great.

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    5. Marjory says

      March 20, 2015 at 12:55 am

      This sounds fantastic! I'm a big fan of quick cooking couscous...and of course, feta seals the deal!

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    6. Martha @ A Family Feast says

      March 20, 2015 at 12:47 am

      This dish screams springtime to me - looks delicious!

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    7. foody schmoody says

      March 19, 2015 at 9:58 pm

      Yes, Yes, Yes, I do love asparagus. I'm not a fan of feta, but I'm sure I could omit that. The rest of it looks delicious.

      Reply

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