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
- 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.
- Place the pot on medium heat and stir until the couscous has absorbed the liquid.
- Reduce the heat, and let the couscous simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the couscous is cooked, remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
- Mix in the crumbled feta cheese and olives until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- 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!’”
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