Herby Pearl CousCous
About
Prep Time:
25 minutes
cook time:
10 minutes
serves:
6 - 8
This recipe sits within the Mediterranean Gathering menu from The Dinner Party Guide — designed so every dish works together.
The full guide includes the complete menu, a consolidated shopping list, wine pairings, and a step-by-step cooking timeline to keep everything on track.
ingredients:
1 cup pearl couscous
1 small bunch fresh dill, chopped
1 small bunch fresh parsley, chopped
2–3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon (plus zest, if desired)
Flakey sea salt & cracked pepper
½ cup pomegranate seeds
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
Preparation:
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the couscous and cook according to package instructions (usually 8–10 minutes) until tender but with some bite. Drain and rinse under cool water, then let cool slightly
In a large mixing bowl, toss the couscous with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper
Fold in the chopped dill, parsley, pomegranate seeds, and crumbled feta. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm or at room temperature
