Best 6 Greek Style Couscous Salad For A Crowd Recipes

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Are you planning a large gathering or potluck and need a crowd-pleasing dish that is both delicious and easy to make? Look no further than Greek-style couscous salad. This vibrant and flavorful salad combines the classic Mediterranean flavors of fresh vegetables, herbs, and tangy dressing with the nutty flavor of couscous. With its colorful presentation and refreshing taste, this salad is sure to be a hit. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this article will provide you with everything you need to know to make the perfect Greek-style couscous salad for a crowd.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD



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Bright flavors and crisp raw veggies make a satisfying salad that's hearty enough to be a full meal. -Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-3/4 cups uncooked whole wheat couscous (about 11 ounces)
DRESSING:
1/2 cup olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
SALAD:
1 English cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced
2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley
1 can (6-1/2 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
4 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, until broth is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl; cool completely., Whisk together dressing ingredients. Add cucumber, tomatoes, parsley, olives and green onions to couscous; stir in dressing. Gently stir in cheese. Serve immediately or refrigerate and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 637mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

GREEK-STYLE COUSCOUS SALAD RECIPE



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Go Greek with this simple couscous salad recipe. The Greek-Style Couscous Salad Recipe is easy to make. Serve chilled and prepare for couscous kudos.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Herbs

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings, about 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup whole wheat couscous, uncooked
1 cup halved cucumber slices
1 large tomato, chopped
1 pkg. (4 oz.) ATHENOS Crumbled Reduced Fat Feta Cheese
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup KRAFT Lite House Italian Dressing

Steps:

  • Cook couscous as directed on package, omitting salt and butter. Fluff with fork. Place in large bowl; cool 10 min.
  • Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 450 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 7 g

GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD



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I'm not sure just where I got this recipe, but I've been fixing it for a long, long time, most often with bulgur wheat instead of the couscous. Prep time does not include setting time in the fridge.

Provided by Toby Jermain

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

10 sun-dried tomatoes (not oil packed)
hot water
2 cups cold cooked couscous
1 small unpeeled cucumber, seeded and coarsely chopped (about 3/4 cup)
4 -5 small radishes, unpeeled,scrubbed,stemmed,and chopped fairly fine (desirable) (optional)
3 -4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves or 1 teaspoon dried basil, lightly crushed
2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled,more to taste
2 tablespoons lightly toasted pine nuts
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, lightly crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Place sun-dried tomatoes in a large bowl, cover with hot water, and let stand 10-15 minutes or until softened.
  • Drain well, and coarsely chop.
  • Add couscous, cucumber, radishes, parsley, basil, feta, and pine nuts, and toss lightly to combine.
  • In a small bowl, whisk lemon juice, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  • Set aside for 5 minutes for flavor to develop.
  • Slowly add olive oil while continuing to whisk briskly.
  • Pour over couscous mixture, and toss to blend.
  • Cover, and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
  • Taste, and adjust seasonings before serving.
  • For some reason, this salad dissipates flavors like you wouldn’t believe.
  • You will probably need more of most dressing ingredients, especially more lemon juice, vinegar, salt, and pepper; but don’t add them into the initial dressing mix.
  • Add after the dish has set for a while.
  • Variation: Replace couscous with coarse bulgur wheat, preferably#3 (very coarse), available at middle-eastern markets and some specialty food stores.
  • To prepare, thoroughly rinse 1 cup bulgur in a strainer under running water.
  • Place in a medium bowl, cover with very hot tap water, add 1 Tsp salt, mix thoroughly, and set aside for 30 minutes.
  • Drain thoroughly, and use as noted above for couscous.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.4, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 10.7, Sodium 461.5, Carbohydrate 61.1, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 4, Protein 12.2

GREEK-STYLE COUSCOUS SALAD FOR A CROWD



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This should be enough to serve about 12 people but that just depends on how much everyone eats, and trust me they will be going for seconds lol! although you will need only about 1/2 to 3/4 cup dressing for the salad the amounts listed will give you about 1-1/2 cups, you may reduce by half is desired and also the salad may be reduced by half, use a mixture of all coloured bell peppers for a colourful presentation but do not use more than 1-1/2 cups bell peppers, plan ahead the salad needs to chill until completely cold before serving, all amounts may be adjusted to taste. I strongly suggest to make the dressing a day in advance to blend the flavors, prep time includes chilling time but is only estimated.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Grains

Time 6h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 cup olive oil
2 -3 teaspoons fresh minced garlic
2 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon season salt (can use white salt)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
4 -5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)
3 (6 ounce) packages garlic and herb couscous mix (or use favorite flavor)
kalamata olive (to taste, or use sliced pitted black olives)
1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/2-3/4 cup red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2-3/4 cup green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 small cucumber (peeled, seeded and coarsely chopped)
1 small onion, finely chopped
artichoke heart (chopped from a jar, use any amount desired)
1/3 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
1/2-3/4 cup Greek salad dressing (or to taste)
2 cups crumbled feta cheese
fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
salt (to taste) (optional)

Steps:

  • To make the dressing; in a bowl whisk all dressing ingredients together until well blended (adjust salt and pepper to taste) cover and chill for at least 3 hours or 24 hours (overnight is better).
  • For the salad; cook the couscous according to package directions; transfer to a large bowl and cool completely (using a fork break up any lumps in the couscous).
  • When the couscous is completely cooled, mix in olives, cherry tomato halves, bell peppers, cucumber, onion, artichokes and parsley; add in 1/2 cup of the prepared Greek dressing and toss well to combine (you can add in more dressing to taste if desired).
  • Mix in feta cheese, then season the salad with black pepper and if needed some salt.
  • Cover and chill until completely cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243, Fat 23.5, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 22.2, Sodium 292.3, Carbohydrate 5.1, Fiber 1, Sugar 3, Protein 4.3

GREEK SALAD FOR A CROWD



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Need to feed a lot of people? Put together our Greek Salad for a Crowd, sure to put a smile on everyone's faces with Mediterranean flavor.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Beans

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 lb. fresh green beans, trimmed, cut into 1-inch lengths
1 can (15 oz.) cannellini beans, rinsed
1 can (14 oz.) quartered artichoke hearts, drained
1 pkg. (4 oz.) crumbled feta cheese
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives
2 hard-cooked eggs, cut into wedges
1/4 cup KRAFT Greek Vinaigrette Dressing

Steps:

  • Add green beans to pan of boiling water; cook 1 to 2 min or until crisp-tender. Drain. Immediately add green beans to bowl of ice water; let stand until cooled. Drain.
  • Arrange green beans and all remaining ingredients except dressing on platter.
  • Drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 510 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 10 g

GREEK SALAD WITH COUSCOUS AND SPICY FETA CHEESE



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This is a healthy vegetarian Greek recipe, that can be easily turned into vegan too if you replace the feta cheese with tofu.

Provided by BroChef TV

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon chili powder
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 (6 ounce) package feta cheese, cubed
1 cup water
1 cup couscous
1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
¼ medium red onion, chopped
¼ cup pitted black olives
¼ cup pitted green olives
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • Heat a skillet over low heat. Add oregano and chili powder to the dry, hot skillet; cook and stir until fragrant and toasted, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and mix with olive oil. Pour over feta cheese and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring 1 cup water to a boil. Pour boiling water over the couscous and wrap it with plastic for 10 minutes.
  • Stir cucumber, tomato, bell pepper, onion, black and green olives, 2 tablespoons oil, and garlic into the warm couscous.
  • Mix oil, balsamic vinegar, white wine vinegar, and soy sauce for the salad dressing together. Pour over salad.
  • Plate marinated feta and serve dressed salad over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.8 g, Cholesterol 24.9 mg, Fat 28 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 666.6 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, flavorful herbs, and a good quality olive oil will make all the difference in the taste of your salad.
  • Don't overcook the couscous: Couscous only takes a few minutes to cook, so be careful not to overcook it or it will become mushy.
  • Let the salad cool before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and the salad will be more refreshing.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs: This will add a pop of color and flavor to the salad.
  • Serve the salad with a drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice: This will help to brighten the flavors of the salad.

Conclusion:

Greek-style couscous salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a crowd. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant colors and flavorful ingredients, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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