Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, and Basil Couscous Salad
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Ingredients
2 cups diced tomatoes
¾ cup (3 oz) diced fresh mozzarella cheese
3 tablespoons minced shallots
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 minced garlic clove
1 ¼ cup water
1 cup raw couscous
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
Basil leaves (optional)
To make
This delicious couscous salad takes on a special flavor with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, shallots and garlic. If desired, you can replace it with low-fat mozzarella cheese.
Combine the first 7 ingredients in a large bowl; cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil; gradually add the couscous. Remove from heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Whisk with a fork; allow to cool. Add the couscous and fresh basil to the tomato mixture; mix gently. Garnish with basil leaves if desired.
Combine the first 7 ingredients in a large bowl; cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil; gradually add the couscous. Remove from heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Whisk with a fork; allow to cool. Add the couscous and fresh basil to the tomato mixture; mix gently. Garnish with basil leaves if desired.
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Published: 11/20/2023 9:43 PM
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