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Pearl Couscous Skillet with Tomatoes, Chickpeas, and Feta Recipe

Pearl Couscous Skillet with Tomatoes, Chickpeas, and Feta Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Pearl Couscous Skillet with Tomatoes, Chickpeas, and Feta is a flavorful and satisfying vegetarian dish that combines the nutty taste of pearl couscous with the freshness of cherry tomatoes, protein-rich chickpeas, and tangy feta cheese.


Ingredients

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For the Pearl Couscous Skillet:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup pearl couscous (Israeli couscous)
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in garlic and pearl couscous and cook for another 2 minutes, allowing couscous to toast slightly.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 8–10 minutes until most of the liquid is absorbed and couscous is tender.
  4. Stir in chickpeas, tomatoes, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook uncovered for another 3–4 minutes until tomatoes are softened and everything is heated through.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in feta cheese and fresh herbs. Serve warm.

Notes

  • You can add spinach or arugula at the end for extra greens.
  • For a vegan version, simply omit the feta or use a dairy-free alternative.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg