FRESH HERB COUSCOUS SALAD

Fresh Herb Couscous Salad image

Yield serves 8, 1 1/2 cups per serving

Number Of Ingredients 11

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

Steps:

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.
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.
(Per Serving)
Calories: 305
Total Fat: 10.5g
Saturated: 1.5g
Trans: 0.0g
Polyunsaturated: 3.0g
Monounsaturated: 5.5g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 154mg
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 8g
Sugars: 1g
Protein: 9g
Dietary Exchanges
3 Starch
2 Fat