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Lemony Israeli Couscous with Artichokes and Feta

Name: Lemony Israeli Couscous with Artichokes and Feta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 cup Israeli couscous; 2 cups water; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Salt to taste; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 teaspoon honey; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and quartered; 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced; 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

A refreshing and zesty dish perfect as a side or main course, this couscous recipe combines tangy lemon, earthy artichokes, and creamy feta for a balanced flavor profile.

4.7(687 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·September 26, 2025

Lemony Israeli Couscous with Artichokes and Feta — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Couscous

For the Dressing

For the Vegetables

For the Topping

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 286 kcal
Protein: 5.75 g
Carbs: 18.5 g
Fat: 21.25 g
Fiber: 2.75 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1144 kcal
Protein: 23 g
Carbs: 74 g
Fat: 85 g
Fiber: 11 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 cup Israeli couscous	220	8	42	1	2
2 cups water	0	0	0	0	0
1 tablespoon olive oil	120	0	0	14	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice	14	0	4	0	0
1/4 cup olive oil	480	0	0	54	0
1 teaspoon honey	21	0	5	0	0
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and quartered	60	4	13	0	7
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved	15	1	3	0	1
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced	12	0	3	0	1
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled	200	10	4	16	0
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped	2	0	0	0	0

These nutritional values are estimates and not intended as dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Artichokes

1
Toss artichoke hearts
In a small bowl, toss the artichoke hearts with a tablespoon of the lemon dressing.
2
Marinate
Let marinate for 15 minutes to enhance their flavor.

Preparing the Couscous

1
Boil water
In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil.
2
Add couscous and oil
Add couscous, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Stir well.
3
Simmer
Cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until the water is absorbed and couscous is fluffy.
Tip: Do not overcook the couscous; it should remain al dente. Fluff couscous with a fork before adding the dressing to keep grains separate.

How to Make Lemony Israeli Couscous with Artichokes and Feta

Total time: 1 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Dressing Preparation
Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
2
Combining Ingredients
In a large bowl, mix cooked couscous with marinated artichokes, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
3
Final Touch
Drizzle the dressing over the mixture and toss gently to combine.