Couscous Salad with Tomato and Basil

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This is a super-easy, great tasting salad that can be served hot or cold. The balsamic vinegar and feta add great flavor. You can also add chopped chicken breasts to make it a complete meal.

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Published on April 2, 2019
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can fat-free, reduced-sodium chicken broth

  • 1 ½ cups couscous

  • 2 cups chopped tomato

  • ⅓ cup thinly sliced fresh basil

  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions

  1. Mix 1 tablespoon olive oil and garlic in a large microwave-safe bowl; heat on high until fragrant, about 45 seconds. Add chicken broth and heat on high until simmering, about 4 minutes. Gradually stir in couscous. Cover and let stand until liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Fluff couscous with a fork.

  2. Stir tomato, basil, vinegar, salt, and black pepper into couscous; drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with feta cheese.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

201 Calories
6g Fat
29g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 201
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 2g 8%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Sodium 384mg 17%
Total Carbohydrate 29g 11%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 7g
Vitamin C 8mg 42%
Calcium 53mg 4%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 225mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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