Herb Garden Couscous Salad Recipe - Cooking Index
| 1 cup | 237ml | Couscous |
| 1 cup | 237ml | Boiling water |
| 2 cups | 320g / 11oz | Black beans - cooked |
| 1 cup | 110g / 3.9oz | Celery rib - diced (large) |
| 1 cup | 146g / 5.1oz | Red bell pepper - diced (small) |
| 2 cups | 125g / 4.4oz | Tomatoes - diced (medium) |
| 1/4 cup | 36g / 1.3oz | Green olives - chopped |
| 1/2 cup | 73g / 2.6oz | Parsley - chopped |
| 2 tablespoons | 30ml | Dill - chopped |
| 2 tablespoons | 30ml | Mint - chopped |
| 2 | Scallions - finely chopped | |
| 2 tablespoons | 30ml | Lemon juice |
| 2 tablespoons | 30ml | Olive oil |
| Salt and pepper - to taste |
In a large heatproof container, combine the couscous and water.
Cover and let stand for 15 minutes. Uncover and fluff with a fork.
Let cool until it is just warm. Mix in the remaining ingredients.
Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
VARIATION: In place of dill and mint, try a combination of fresh herbs such as oregano, thyme and basil.
Source:
Jeanne T Elledge
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