By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 4
707 cal · 25 min
Broad Bean, Mint & Feta Salad
Recipe GLPR7e42cb8513a22e
A fresh Mediterranean salad combining fluffy couscous with tender broad beans, wilted spinach, and tangy feta cheese, brightened by fresh mint and black olives. Drizzled with olive oil and seasoned to perfection, this light and satisfying dish is ready in just 25 minutes.
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Ingredients
250g couscous
300g frozen broad beans
125g baby spinach leaves
20g fresh mint
85g black olives
200g feta cheese
Olive oil for drizzling
Salt and black pepper to taste
Directions
Bring a kettle of water to a boil. Place the couscous in a bowl and pour the boiling water over it according to the package instructions, stirring gently. Cover and let it sit until fluffy and the liquid is fully absorbed, about 5 minutes.
While the couscous rests, bring a separate pot of water to a boil and add the frozen broad beans. Cook according to the package instructions, typically 4–5 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately rinse under cold running water until cooled completely; set aside.
Place the baby spinach in a colander. Carefully pour boiling water over the spinach leaves to gently wilt them. Immediately refresh under cold running water and squeeze gently with your hands to remove excess moisture. Set aside.
Transfer the cooked couscous to a large bowl. Add the cooled broad beans, wilted spinach, fresh mint leaves, and black olives. Toss gently to combine.
Crumble the feta cheese over the salad with your fingers. Drizzle generously with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper to your taste. Toss everything together until well combined, then serve.
Comments
Broad beans are rarely stocked fresh at Charlotte-area grocers like Harris Teeter or Food Lion outside spring, forcing a frozen-bean substitution or a special trip—a real friction point for weeknight cooking. The stated 25 minutes overlooks couscous hydration and salad assembly; realistically budget 35-40 minutes, and the dish does not reheat well, making it a same-night commitment. Feta, mint, and olives are readily available at any major chain, and the ingredient costs are moderate, landing this around $3-4 per serving depending on olive choice. The salad is light and works for lunch or side duty, but lacks the substance to anchor a family dinner without protein added.
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