MEDITERRANEAN COUSCOUS SALAD

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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil (1 tablespoon for the tomatoes and 1 tablespoon to toss with the couscous)
4 yellow tomatoes
1 pound Israeli couscous (pearl pasta)
1 red bell pepper, stems and seeds removed and cut brunoise
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, packed plus a few small sprigs for garnish
1 (8-ounce) jar picked cipollini onions
2 English cucumbers, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch thick disks
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves, lightly crushed with the side of a knife blade and quartered
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Brush 1 tablespoon olive oil on the tomatoes (reserving the rest) and roast for about 25 minutes. Remove from oven, allow to cool, and cut into wedges.
  • Boil couscous until al dente as you would for pasta, drain well, and toss with 1 tablespoon reserved olive oil.
  • For the dressing, add the vinegar to a blender and replace the cover. Turn on the blender and through the feed opening add, 1 at a time, the garlic, mustard, salt, and pepper. Leaving the blender running, add the olive oil in a slow thin stream. Set aside briefly.
  • Toss together the couscous, tomatoes, bell pepper, mint leaves, cipollini onions, and cucumber with enough of the dressing to coat. Serve additional dressing on the side.

Jordy Hitchy
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I highly recommend this salad. It's a delicious and healthy dish that's perfect for any occasion.


KURDISH KING
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Ntomboxolo Mpontsi
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I love the combination of flavors and textures in this salad. The couscous is fluffy, the vegetables are crisp, and the dressing is tangy and flavorful.


SUMON RAM DAS
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect summer dish.


Sanaullah Umrani
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I'm always looking for new and healthy recipes, and this salad definitely fits the bill. It's packed with nutrients and it's absolutely delicious.


Nadeem Sab
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I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Akunwa Pincode
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some leftover zucchini and tomatoes, and they worked perfectly in this recipe.


KingcjOfficials
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I'm not usually a fan of couscous, but I really enjoyed it in this salad. It was light and fluffy, and it absorbed the dressing perfectly.


Muhammad Bello Tanja
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The flavors in this salad are incredible. The lemon-tahini dressing is the perfect complement to the fresh vegetables and herbs.


Masum Sha
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I love how easy this salad is to make. I was able to whip it up in just 30 minutes.


Singer foysal vai
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This Mediterranean couscous salad is a delightful dish that is packed with flavor. The combination of fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices creates a vibrant and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer meal.


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