These Mediterranean Couscous Tacos combine the flavors of the Mediterranean with the fun of tacos. This unique twist on a traditional tacos recipe features fluffy couscous, fresh vegetables, and zesty herbs, making it a delightful meal for any occasion.
The recipe is simple to follow and can be customized with your favorite toppings, such as feta cheese, olives, or a drizzle of tzatziki sauce.
Delicious Mediterranean Couscous Tacos
This Mediterranean Couscous Tacos recipe features cooked couscous mixed with diced cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley, all wrapped in soft taco shells. The dish takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small taco shells
- Feta cheese, olives, or tzatziki sauce for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Couscous: In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth or water to a boil. Stir in the couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until the couscous absorbs the liquid.
- Prepare the Vegetables: While the couscous is cooking, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, fluff the couscous with a fork. Add the chopped vegetables, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Assemble the Tacos: Warm the taco shells according to package instructions. Fill each taco shell with the couscous mixture.
- Add Toppings: Top with feta cheese, olives, or tzatziki sauce if desired.
- Serve: Enjoy the Mediterranean Couscous Tacos immediately while warm.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
