Enjoy a quick and vibrant Mediterranean Couscous, perfect for a summer meal.

Couscous alla mediterranea

If you’re searching for a fresh, colorful lunch ready in no time, Mediterranean Couscous is the perfect Italian recipe for you!

This simple and flavorful dish encapsulates all the aromas of summer with cherry tomatoes, Taggiasca olives, capers, basil, and soft mozzarella. The preparation is incredibly easy and requires almost no cooking: just 10 minutes to serve a light yet satisfying meal, ideal for the hottest days.

Enjoy it at home, take it to the office for lunch, or prepare it in advance for a picnic or beach day. Fresh, versatile, and full of flavor, Mediterranean Couscous is always a hit and can be customized with your preferred ingredients. A summer-saver recipe to keep handy!

Here are more couscous recipes you shouldn’t miss:

• Moroccan Couscous
• Vegetable Couscous
• Cold Chicken Couscous
• Italian Couscous
• Seafood Couscous
• Tuna and Zucchini Couscous
• Vegetable and Tuna Couscous
• Summer Couscous with Anchovies and Primosale
• Zucchini and Shrimp Couscous
• Chickpea, Chicken, and Pumpkin Couscous
• Spring Couscous

Ingredients

• 200g couscous
• 200ml hot vegetable broth
• 100g cherry tomatoes
• 50g Taggiasca olives
• 20g capers
• 100g mozzarella balls
• Fresh basil leaves
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Pour hot vegetable broth over the couscous in a large bowl. Cover and let it sit for about 5 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
2. Fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains.
3. Add cherry tomatoes, sliced in halves, Taggiasca olives, and capers.
4. Incorporate mozzarella balls and fresh basil leaves.
5. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Toss everything gently to combine the flavors well.
7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Total Time: 10 min

Cuisine: Italian