GREEK COUSCOUS SALAD WITH HOMEMADE DRESSING

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Created for the Greek themed day while I was teaching the 2013 "Cuisine Around the World" cooking elective at The Village Charter School. The salad and dressing are modified versions of Mary's recipe #433410 and BeachGirl's recipe #57642. Cook time is chilling and cooking couscous.

Provided by Tinkerbell

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon sugar
2 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon basil leaves
1/8 teaspoon oregano leaves
1 (6 ounce) package garlic and herb couscous mix
3/4 cup chickpeas, rinsed
1 cucumber, diced & seeded
8 grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup feta cheese
1/2 cup sliced ripe olives
3 green onions, sliced
1 teaspoon of fresh mint, chopped or 1/2 teaspoon dried mint
1/2 teaspoon all purpose Greek seasoning (I use my Homemade Greek Seasoning Mix)

Steps:

  • In jar with tight fitting lid, combine all dressing ingredients and shake until combined. Set aside.
  • Cook couscous according to package directions.
  • Allow to cool, then fluff with a fork.
  • Add the rest of the salad ingredients and 1/2 cup (or all) of the salad dressing. Stir to combine, and chill in refrigerator for 1-2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.9, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 8.3, Sodium 280.3, Carbohydrate 9.1, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.8, Protein 3.1

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