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Broccoli Couscous served on a white platter with basil garnished on top and feta and red pepper flakes on the side

Broccoli Couscous

5 from 2 votes
Vibrant and healthy Mediterranean Broccoli Couscous, perfect as a side or satisfying main. Vegetarian, gluten-free, and full of flavor.
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: 30-minutes, Healthy
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 181kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine like Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, or Pinot Grigio
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives pitted and minced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4-1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Cook the couscous according to the package instructions, but use vegetable broth instead of water.
    1 cup couscous, 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth
  • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sun dried tomatoes and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add in the oregano and red pepper flakes.
    1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/4-1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Add the white wine and cook until almost completely evaporated.
    1/4 cup dry white wine
  • Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until they are tender but still vibrant green.
    2 cups broccoli florets
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked couscous, sautéed broccoli mixture, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
    1/4 cup Kalamata olives, 1/4 cup feta cheese
  • Add the lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
    2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, Salt and pepper to taste, Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Nutrition

Serving: 8servings | Calories: 181kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 342mg | Potassium: 240mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 291IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 1mg