Best 7 Couscous Salad With Tomato And Basil Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable couscous salad, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This versatile dish, originating from North Africa, forms the foundation of our culinary exploration, taking you on a voyage through various renditions of this beloved dish. From the classic combination of tomatoes and basil, to the tantalizing fusion of roasted vegetables and feta, and the refreshing burst of citrus in our lemon-herb variation, each recipe promises a unique gustatory experience. Embark on this culinary adventure and discover your new favorite way to enjoy couscous.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

COUSCOUS SALAD WITH TOMATOES AND MINT



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups (about 1 1/2 pints) cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
2 kirby cucumbers, seeded, and diced
1 lemon, juiced
3 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/2 cups instant couscous (a 10-ounce box)
2 cups water
2 wide strips lemon zest
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Pinch cayenne
1/2 cup torn mint leaves, stems saved
1/2 cup roughly chopped flat leaf parsley, stems saved
3 scallions (white and green), chopped
1/2 cup toasted pine nuts, optional

Steps:

  • Toss the tomatoes, cucumbers, and lemon juice in a bowl with 2 teaspoons of the salt. Set aside.
  • Put the couscous into a large bowl. Bring the water, lemon zest, 3 tablespoons of the oil, the remaining salt, cayenne, and herb stems to a boil over high heat. Pour the liquid over the couscous, stir to separate any clumps. Cover with a lid, plate, or plastic wrap, set aside for 5 minutes. Remove the zest and herb stems and fluff with a fork.
  • Add the tomato mixture, scallions, mint, parsley, and pine nuts. Drizzle the remaining oil over the salad, toss and serve.
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TOMATO BASIL COUSCOUS SALAD



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Originally from Taste of Home, this recipe is delicious, refreshing and summery AND it makes a ton of salad! May I also add that my kitchen smelled wonderful from all the fresh ingredients I chopped? Winner in my book. I added cucumbers and subbed in Cherub tomatoes, otherwise it is TOH's recipe.

Provided by Annie D

Categories     Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pkg couscous (10 oz.)
2 c chicken broth
1 c green onions, chopped
1 c english cucumber, chopped
1 c tomatoes, chopped
1/3 c fresh basil, thinly sliced
1/3 c olive oil
1/3 c red wine vinegar
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 c cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • 1. In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil; add couscous. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl; fluff with a fork and cool.
  • 2. Stir in the onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, basil, oil, vinegar, pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. (I whisked together the dressing ingredients and poured over, then mixed.)
  • 3. Garnish with cherry tomatoes prior to serving.
  • 4. Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1/2 cup) equals 223 calories, 10 g fat,(1 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 389 mg sodium, 30 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 6 g protein. (Does not include cucumbers.)

TOMATO, BASIL AND COUSCOUS SALAD



Tomato, Basil and Couscous Salad image

Categories     Salad     Tomato     Side     Low Cal     Basil     Summer     Couscous     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/4 cups canned chicken broth
1 10-ounce box couscous
1 cup chopped green onions
1 cup (generous) diced seeded plum tomatoes
1/3 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
Cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Bring broth to boil in medium saucepan. Add couscous. Remove from heat. Cover; let stand 5 minutes. Transfer to large bowl. Fluff with fork. Cool.
  • Mix all ingredients except cherry tomatoes into couscous. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Chill.) Garnish with cherry tomatoes.

TOMATO COUSCOUS SALAD



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/4 cups vegetable broth
1 cup tomato couscous
1/2 pound thin asparagus spears, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 scallions, sliced
3 tablespoons Italian salad dressing, divided
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly spray baking sheet with olive oil cooking spray; set aside.
  • In a small pot, bring the broth to a boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from heat and cover. Let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork; set aside.
  • Place asparagus and scallions on prepared baking sheet. Toss with 1 tablespoon salad dressing. Roast in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine cooked couscous, roasted vegetables, cherry tomatoes, basil, and remaining salad dressing. Toss to combine.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

TOMATO AND BASIL COUSCOUS SALAD



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Serve on a bed of herbs, mixed greens and very thinly sliced red onions. A great summer salad, using fresh home grown ingredients!

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Grains

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups cooked couscous
1/2 cup crushed home grown tomatoes
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 salt
3 ounces gorgonzola
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup virgin olive oil
1/8 cup white balsamic vinegar
pepper
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
fresh herbs, mixed with
fresh greens
1 small red onion, sliced very thinly

Steps:

  • In a food processor pulse garlic, salt, gorgonzola cheese, mustard.
  • Feed in through feed tube oil and balsamic vinegar.
  • In a bowl mix couscous and tomatoes add dressing.
  • Season with basil and pepper.
  • Serve on a bed of Fresh herbs mixed with fresh greens and onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.2, Fat 20.3, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 15.9, Sodium 321.3, Carbohydrate 70.5, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 1.5, Protein 16.1

SUMMER GARDEN COUSCOUS SALAD



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This couscous salad makes the most of summer's bounty. I used to prepare it with a mayonnaise dressing, but lightened it with lemon vinaigrette. It's even better now! -Priscilla Yee, Concord, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 medium ears sweet corn, husks removed
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 cup uncooked couscous
1 medium cucumber, halved and sliced
1-1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped red onion
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place corn in a Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil; cover and cook for 6-9 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5-10 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool slightly., In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, cheese, onion and parsley. Drain corn and immediately place in ice water. Drain and pat dry; cut the kernels from the cobs. Add to cucumber mixture. Stir in couscous., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice and seasonings. Pour over couscous mixture; toss to coat. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts :

FRESH MOZZARELLA, TOMATO, AND BASIL COUSCOUS SALAD



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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

2 cups diced tomatoes
3/4 cup diced fresh mozzarella cheese (about 3 ounces)
3 tablespoons minced shallots
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice (white balsamic or champagne vinegar okay) or 1/4 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (white balsamic or champagne vinegar okay)
1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper or 1/4 teaspoon tricolor pepper, to taste
1 garlic clove, crushed and minced
1 1/4 cups water
1 cup uncooked couscous
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
basil leaves, for garnish (optional)

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.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality couscous for the best flavor and texture.
  • Toast the couscous in a pan before cooking it to give it a nutty flavor.
  • Use a flavorful broth or stock to cook the couscous.
  • Add vegetables, herbs, and spices to the couscous to create a flavorful and colorful salad.
  • Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • Use a good quality olive oil for the dressing.
  • Add a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the flavors of the salad.
  • Serve the salad warm or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

This couscous salad with tomato and basil is a delicious and easy-to-make summer dish. It's perfect for picnics, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. The couscous is light and fluffy, the tomatoes are sweet and juicy, and the basil adds a fresh, herbaceous flavor. This salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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