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When the summer heat arrives, there's nothing quite like a vibrant and refreshing dish to cool down your senses and satisfy your taste buds. Enter the Peach Feta Couscous Salad—a delightful combination of sweet, ripe peaches and creamy feta cheese that offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. This salad is not only visually appealing with its bright colors but also versatile enough to be enjoyed as a side dish for barbecues, a light and nutritious main course for lunch, or a crowd-pleasing addition to summer picnics.

Peach Feta Couscous Salad

Looking for a refreshing summer salad? Try the Peach Feta Couscous Salad! This vibrant dish combines sweet peaches and creamy feta for a perfect harmony of flavors. Packed with nutrients, it's as nutritious as it is delicious. It's great as a side for barbecues or a light main for lunch. Easy to prepare, colorful, and irresistible, this salad is a must-try for summer picnics or gatherings. Get ready to impress your guests with this delightful recipe!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup couscous

1 ¼ cups vegetable broth (or water)

2 ripe peaches, diced

1 cup crumbled feta cheese

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

½ cucumber, diced

¼ red onion, finely chopped

¼ cup fresh basil, chopped

¼ cup olive oil

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Optional: ¼ cup toasted almonds for added crunch

Instructions
 

Cook the Couscous: In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth (or water) to a vigorous boil. Once boiling, remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the couscous, cover the pan with a lid, and let it sit undisturbed for about 5 minutes, allowing the liquid to be fully absorbed. Once ready, fluff the couscous with a fork and spread it out on a plate to cool to room temperature.

    Prepare the Vegetables and Fruits: While the couscous is cooling, thoroughly wash and chop the peaches, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Place all the chopped ingredients into a large mixing bowl for easy combining.

      Mix the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk the mixture until all components are well blended and emulsified.

        Combine Ingredients: Once the couscous has cooled, transfer it into the bowl containing the diced peaches, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Carefully fold in the crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh basil, taking care not to break the feta too much.

          Dress the Salad: Drizzle the whisked dressing over the salad components. Gently toss the mixture with a spatula or large spoon to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.

            Taste and Adjust: Sample the salad and adjust the flavor profile by adding more salt, pepper, or balsamic vinegar as needed, to suit your taste.

              Serve: If using, sprinkle toasted almonds on top of the salad just before serving for an extra delightful crunch. This refreshing salad can be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature.

                Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes | Servings: 4

                  - Presentation Tips: Serve the salad in a large, colorful bowl and garnish with a few whole basil leaves on top for a vibrant touch. Enjoy!