FRESH MOZZARELLA, TOMATO, AND BASIL COUSCOUS SALAD

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FRESH MOZZARELLA, TOMATO, AND BASIL COUSCOUS SALAD image

Categories     Salad

Yield five 1 cup servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups diced tomato
3/4 cup (3 ounces) diced fresh mozzarella cheese
3 tablespoons minced shallots
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 1/4 cups water
1 cup uncooked couscous
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Basil leaves (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine first 7 ingredients in a large bowl; cover and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes. Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan; gradually stir in couscous. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork; cool. Add couscous and fresh basil to tomato mixture; toss gently. Garnish with basil leaves, if desired.

Cordelah Duran
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This salad looks delicious, but I'm allergic to tomatoes. Do you have any suggestions for substitutions?


Ultimate Umair
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out too salty. I think I'll reduce the amount of salt next time.


Shaiza islam
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This salad is a bit bland for my taste. I think it needs more seasoning.


Hilsa Comedy Team
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I'm not a big fan of couscous, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is amazing!


Jedidiah Robel
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of veggies. It's also very flavorful and satisfying.


Aljihad Ahmed
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So refreshing and delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Ogban Owali
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Howard Battle
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue. It's light and refreshing, and the colors are so vibrant.


Branil Natapie
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was amazing! A great way to get a healthy and delicious meal on the table quickly.


maraki yemisrach
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The flavors were well-balanced and the salad was very refreshing.


Kyle Simpson
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This salad is so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Bobbie Bois
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I'm not usually a fan of couscous, but this salad changed my mind. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly crisp. I'll definitely be making this again!


Rose Gearig
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This couscous salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of fresh mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, and fluffy couscous was simply delightful. Everyone loved the balance of flavors and textures.