This delicious, flavourful dish of couscous with olives and feta is a perfect introduction to Mediterranean cuisine for toddlers. Perfect for serving at parties and gatherings, this recipe is sure to be a hit with toddlers and adults alike. It is a healthy and easy-to-make meal option for busy parents, full of nutritious ingredients like olive oil, garden-fresh vegetables, and wholesome grain-based couscous. Serve alongside a freshly-prepared salad from Toddler Recipes Australia for a complete and balanced meal.

General Information

• Servings: 4
• Keywords: couscous, olives, feta
• Calories: 345
• Protein: 9g
• Carbs: 46g
• Fats: 13g
• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup dry couscous
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup black olives, pitted and chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

1. Prepare the couscous as the label instructions dictate by adding the couscous to a pot and pour in the broth and a tablespoon of olive oil.
2. Place the pot on medium heat and stir until the couscous has absorbed the liquid.
3. Reduce the heat, and let the couscous simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Once the couscous is cooked, remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
5. Mix in the crumbled feta cheese and olives until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
6. Enjoy!

Recommended Sides:

• Sliced tomatoes
• Turmeric roasted vegetables
• Fruit salad with a honey lime dressing

James’s dad-joke tip: “Couscous will have your toddler say ‘yum!’ instead of ‘yuck!’”