Spring Couscous Salad Feta (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 cups pearl couscous, dry
02 - 1 bunch asparagus (12 oz bag), sliced into 1-inch pieces
03 - 2 cups frozen or fresh peas (10 oz bag)
04 - 1/3 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
05 - Handful parsley, chopped
06 - Olive oil, as needed
07 - Microgreens, for garnish

→ Lemon Feta Vinaigrette

08 - 1/4 cup olive oil
09 - 4 oz crumbled feta cheese
10 - Juice from 1/2 lemon
11 - 2 tsp lemon zest
12 - 2 tsp honey or maple syrup
13 - 1 tsp dijon mustard
14 - 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
15 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# Instructions:

01 - Cook the pearl couscous according to the package instructions. Once ready, fluff with a fork and season lightly with salt.
02 - Heat a skillet on medium heat and drizzle in some olive oil. Add the sliced asparagus and sauté for 5 minutes. Then, add in the peas and cook together for 5-6 more minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
03 - Mash the feta cheese in a bowl and add the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey or maple syrup, dijon mustard, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix together well.
04 - In a large bowl, combine the cooked couscous, sautéed vegetables, chopped pistachios, and parsley. Toss everything together with the feta vinaigrette, adjusting salt and pepper to taste.
05 - Garnish with microgreens and serve the salad cold, warm, or at room temperature.