MEDITERRANEAN SALAD

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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus 1/4 cup
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (1-pound) box Israeli couscous (or any small pasta)
3 cups chicken stock
2 lemons, juiced
1 lemon, zested
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, warm 3 tablespoons of the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the couscous and cook until toasted and lightly browned, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Carefully add the stock, and the juice of 1 lemon, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the couscous is tender, but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the couscous.
  • In a large bowl, toss the cooked couscous with the remaining olive oil, remaining lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper and let cool.
  • Once the couscous is room temperature, add the fresh herbs, dried cranberries, and almonds. Toss to combine and serve.

Anjali Gurung
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a few odds and ends in my fridge, and this salad is a great way to use them up.


Amar Thapa Magar
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I'm not a huge fan of Mediterranean food, but this salad is an exception. It's so flavorful and refreshing.


Md Shame
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This is the perfect salad to take to a picnic. It's easy to transport, and it holds up well in the heat.


Jordan Gave
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I love how versatile this salad is. I've made it with different types of greens, cheeses, and vegetables, and it's always delicious.


Patience Mutabo
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit at potlucks. I usually double the recipe because it goes so fast.


Marcel James
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the salad turned out great. I especially loved the addition of the mint. It really added a nice touch of freshness.


John wick Stick
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I'm not usually a fan of salads, but this one is amazing! The combination of flavors and textures is just perfect.


Giannis S. Konstantinidis
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This is the perfect summer salad. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is so flavorful. I love that it's also healthy, so I can feel good about eating it.


Mikael Vindiola
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make, and the ingredients are all readily available.


Okeke Ifenna Felix
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This Mediterranean salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The flavors were so fresh and vibrant, and the dressing was the perfect complement. I especially loved the combination of the salty feta cheese and the sweet tomatoes.


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