MEDITERRANEAN COUSCOUS SALAD

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Quick-cooking couscous lends to the 20-minute prep time of this Greek-style salad.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
3/4 cup uncooked couscous
1 cup cubed plum (Roma) tomatoes (3 medium)
1 cup cubed unpeeled cucumber (1 small)
1/2 cup halved pitted kalamata olives
1/4 cup chopped green onions (about 4 medium)
1/4 cup chopped fresh or 1 tablespoon dried dill weed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat broth to boiling. Stir in couscous; remove from heat. Cover; let stand 5 minutes.
  • In large bowl, place tomatoes, cucumber, olives, onions and dill weed. Stir in couscous.
  • In small bowl, beat lemon juice, oil and salt with wire whisk until well blended; pour over vegetable mixture and toss. Cover; refrigerate 1 hour to blend flavors.
  • Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

Shiraaz Anderson
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Uwuigbe Sunday
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I'm not a huge fan of couscous, but this salad is so good that I don't even mind it.


Reny
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa.


Lachlan Baker
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I love the way the couscous soaks up all the flavors in this salad.


Yuda Kiku
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables.


Esanyu Robert
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I've made this salad several times now, and I've never been disappointed.


HM Monirull Boss
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. You can make it the day before and it will still be delicious.


Lakoryanna Baylor
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or subtract ingredients to suit your taste.


Jahed Jahed
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or fish.


Samir Pursey
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


Jeremy Ryan (JCR Jryan)
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Azizi Afghan
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The sweetness of the fruit and the savoryness of the cheese and nuts is perfect.


Tebeck Nelly
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it up!


Mikki Moore
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This salad is so refreshing and light, it's perfect for a summer meal.


Jazmyn PALAFOX
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I love the way the flavors in this salad come together. It's a perfect balance of sweet and savory.


DAUD MUHAMMED
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious.


Moseeul Rifed
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This is the perfect salad to take to a picnic or barbecue.


MD ARIFUR RAHMAN ASHIF
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it, and I even got a few requests for the recipe.


monica monroy
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This Mediterranean couscous salad is a keeper! It's so fresh and flavorful, and it's perfect for a light summer meal. I especially love the combination of the sweet and savory ingredients.


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