EGGPLANT SALAD WITH ISRAELI COUSCOUS AND BASIL

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Cooked until soft, usually-bitter eggplant blends with sweet caramelized shallots and bright basil for a dish that's simply irresistible.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup Israeli couscous
Coarse salt and ground pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound Italian or graffiti eggplants, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
3 shallots, trimmed and quartered
2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar
1/3 cup lightly packed fresh basil, torn

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine couscous, 1 cup water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, stir once, and reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook until couscous is tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet with a tight-fitting lid, heat oil over medium-high. Add eggplant and shallots and stir to coat; season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook, stirring frequently, until shallots are caramelized and eggplant is cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • In a serving bowl, combine eggplant mixture and couscous. Stir in vinegar and basil and season salad with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 5 g

Babar Ali123
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I can't wait to make this salad again!


Randi Shannon
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Ajayi Oluwayemisi
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The fresh basil really brightens up the salad.


Lindsay Bzdel
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The Israeli couscous adds a nice chewy texture to the salad.


Motiur Islam
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I love the smoky flavor of the roasted eggplant.


Namukale Simunyola
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This salad is so easy to make, even a beginner cook can handle it.


DREAM LAUREY
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I've never been a big fan of eggplant, but this salad has changed my mind.


Lil Trapper
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This salad is a great way to change up your usual lunch routine.


Togtuur Togtuur
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a perfect addition to our spread.


Nime Shsson
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I love that this salad is healthy and delicious. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Busisiwe Mohlala
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This salad is so versatile. I've served it as a side dish, a main course, and even as a dip.


Erica Buchanan
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great make-ahead dish too.


Angela Sliemers
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The fresh basil really brightens up this salad. It's a perfect summer dish.


Md: Maruf islim
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I love the addition of Israeli couscous to this salad. It adds a nice chewy texture.


Tasha Vogel
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The roasted eggplant gives this salad a smoky flavor that is really delicious.


Gracy Gomez
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This salad is so easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover eggplant.


Shanif Harajah
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and textures.


M khuram Khuram
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This eggplant salad is an absolute delight! The combination of roasted eggplant, Israeli couscous, and fresh basil is simply divine.


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