FRESH MOZZARELLA, TOMATO, AND BASIL COUSCOUS SALAD
A lovely light salad from Cooking Light! You're used to seeing the cheese/tomato/basil combination, but have you had it with couscous before? Delicious! Prep time includes marinating.
Provided by Julesong
Categories Cheese
Time 45m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl combine the tomato, mozzarella, shallots, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and garlic, toss well then refrigerate, covered, to marinate for 30 minutes.
- In a saucepan bring the water to a boil and gradually stir in the couscous; remove from the stove, cover, and set aside for 5 minutes.
- With a fork, fluff the couscous then let cool.
- Add the cooled couscous and chopped basil to the tomato mixture in the bowl and toss.
- Garnish with whole basil leaves and serve.
- Note: part-skim mozzarella cheese can be substituted.
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[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of couscous, but I really enjoyed this salad. The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was great.
Dani Jan
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover couscous. I also like to add some chopped nuts or seeds for extra crunch.
MD. SIRAZUL HASAN
[email protected]I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.
Anoj Chinnu
[email protected]This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.
Adil 07
[email protected]I made this salad for my family and they loved it! It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Alvin palacol
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I highly recommend it.
Skrity Acharya
[email protected]This salad is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.
Ikram Ul haq
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! This salad is amazing.
Chandio Kashif
[email protected]This is my new favorite summer salad!
Lee Marsh
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful.
Tekila Anderson
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Nomsa Mathole
[email protected]I made this salad for a party and everyone loved it! It's a great make-ahead dish.
Nifae Fereti
[email protected]This salad is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures.
Ian Engler
[email protected]I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit! It's a great way to use up fresh summer tomatoes.
Olaniyi Abiodun
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! I love the way the tangy tomatoes and basil complement the creamy mozzarella.
Daniella waghorn
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few fresh ingredients, but they come together to create something really special.
Amr GimY
[email protected]This is my new favorite summer salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Mrs Abigel
[email protected]I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It's light and refreshing, and the couscous makes it really easy to transport.
Adtian Terriz
[email protected]This salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.