The fresh herbs in this salad add an exotic flavor that’s reminiscent of Mediterranean favorites.
Recipe information
Yield
serves 8, 1 1/2 cups per serving
Ingredients
2 cups uncooked whole-wheat couscous
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups boiling water
1 medium or large tomato
1 medium cucumber
1/2 cup chopped mixed fresh herbs (such as chives, parsley, and basil)
1/4 to 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil (extra-virgin preferred)
1/2 teaspoon bottled minced garlic or 1 medium garlic clove, minced
Preparation
Step 1
In a large bowl, stir together the couscous, walnuts, and salt. Pour the boiling water over the mixture, stirring to combine. Let cool for about 15 minutes.
Step 2
Meanwhile, chop the tomato. Peel, seed, and chop the cucumber. Add to the cooled couscous with the remaining ingredients. Stir together. Serve at room temperature or cover and refrigerate until needed.
nutrition information
Step 3
(Per Serving)
Step 4
Calories: 305
Step 5
Total Fat: 10.5g
Step 6
Saturated: 1.5g
Step 7
Trans: 0.0g
Step 8
Polyunsaturated: 3.0g
Step 9
Monounsaturated: 5.5g
Step 10
Cholesterol: 0mg
Step 11
Sodium: 154mg
Step 12
Carbohydrates: 48g
Step 13
Fiber: 8g
Step 14
Sugars: 1g
Step 15
Protein: 9g
Step 16
Dietary Exchanges
Step 17
3 Starch
Step 18
2 Fat
