Cous Cous Fritters with Feta

Crispy, golden, and delightfully savory, these Couscous Fritters with Feta make for a mouthwatering appetizer, snack, or light meal. Combining fluffy couscous, tangy crumbled feta, and aromatic seasonings like ground cumin, garlic, and fresh parsley, these fritters are bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, the fritters are pan-fried to perfection for an irresistible crunch. Serve them warm with a dollop of creamy Greek yogurt for a refreshing contrast, and watch them disappear from the plate! Perfect for those looking for unique vegetarian recipes or anyone who loves exploring versatile ingredients like couscous.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1 cup boiling water
• 2 large egg
• 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 stalks green onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Place the couscous in a heatproof bowl and pour over the boiling water. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork to separate the grains. Allow to cool slightly.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the crumbled feta, flour, green onion, parsley, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 3

Add the cooled couscous to the bowl and stir thoroughly to form a cohesive mixture that holds together.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Using your hands or a spoon, form the mixture into small patties, about 2 inches in diameter, and place them gently in the skillet.

Step 6

Cook the fritters for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crisp. Work in batches if necessary, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.

Step 7

Remove the fritters from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 8

Serve warm with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt, if desired, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(853.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1162.4

Total Fat 71.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.7g
Cholesterol 543.0mg	0%
Sodium 3027.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 6.5g
Protein 54.2g	0%

Vitamin D 107.5IU	0%
Calcium 816.7mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 750.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.3%

Protein: 18.7%

Carbs: 26.0%