Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare couscous according to package directions. Let cool completely.
- In blender, purée yogurt, green onions, parsley, basil, mint, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper until smooth.
- Smear some of the yogurt dressing onto bottom of serving platter. Toss remaining dressing with couscous, fennel, green beans and cucumber. Arrange salad on platter with avocado and microgreens. Top with feta, reserved fennel fronds and lemon zest.
Green Goddess Dressing
Named for its vibrant combination of freshly chopped green herbs, this salad dressing is a lighter version of the classic, swapping out the mayonnaise for Greek yogurt. In minutes you’ve got a refreshing dressing that can be drizzled over a wide assortment of meals from rice or pasta salads to grilled or roasted meats and vegetables. Make a double batch and save some in the fridge for other meals throughout the week.
One of the best parts about this salad dressing is that you can adjust it to your taste. If you prefer more of one herb over another, get creative with your fresh ingredients and experiment with flavor in your dressing. Additional flavors to try include cilantro, tarragon or jalapeño pepper for a kick!
Fresh Salad
A fresh salad is the perfect way to use seasonal fruits, vegetables and herbs, especially meals with spring produce and summer produce when the weather starts to warm up. And, while it might be green-focused, use any vegetables of preference such as red pepper, celery, tomatoes, artichoke and more.
For another zesty salad, try a delicious Asian-style or Spanish Shrimp and Rice.
To give this salad a hearty touch, we’ve used RiceSelect® Pearl Couscous.
What is Pearl Couscous?
Also known as Israeli couscous, pearl couscous is named for its unique shape when formed into small spheres then toasted in an open-flame oven. Similar to traditional Couscous and Tri-Color Couscous it’s made from the highest quality semolina wheat but it is slightly larger in size. Often confused with grains, both are actually pasta!
Try it in other refreshing dishes like a Cucumber, Basil, Pearl Couscous and Watermelon Salad or a Turmeric Couscous Glow Bowl loaded with superfood turmeric and vibrant vegetables.
Learn more about all of the different rice, quinoa and pasta varieties offered by RiceSelect® and cooking tips for home chefs in our blog section! Learn about our different couscous options, Arborio Rice, how to cook it, what is Orzo? And much more to make your meals unforgettable.
