Tomato, Basil & Couscous Salad Recipe


Submitted by ghresort

Makes 6 servings


Light side dish; great for summer!

Ingredients
2 1/4 cups canned vegetable broth
10 oz. couscous
1 cup chopped green onions
2 cups sliced tomatoes (cherry or grape)
1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
Directions
  1. Bring broth to boil in medium saucepan. Add couscous. Remove from heat. Cover; let stand 5 minutes. Transfer to large bowl. Fluff with fork. Cool.

  2. Mix all ingredients. Season with salt & pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Chill.)

Categories

Pasta, Tomatoes, Salads, Side Dish, Mediterranean, Quick, Vegetarian

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 224.7g
Amount Per Serving
Calories
289
Calories from Fat
89
% Daily Value*
Total Fat
9.9g
15%
Saturated Fat
1.4g
7%
Cholesterol
0mg
0%
Sodium
297mg
12%
Total Carbohydrates
40.2g
13%
Dietary Fiber
3.4g
14%
Sugars
2.0g
Protein
8.6g
Vitamin A 14% • Vitamin C 16%
Calcium 4% • Iron 7%
* Based on a 2000 calorie diet

Nutritional details are an estimate and should only be used as a guide for approximation.
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Nutritional Analysis

Nutrition Grade
96% confidence
B- 		  Good points
  • No cholesterol
  • Low in sugar
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