ISRAELI COUSCOUS, TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA SALAD

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Israeli Couscous, Tomato and Mozzarella Salad image

My modifications to #116054. The Israeli couscous really makes this a wonderful salad. A small round pasta such as Pearl Pasta can also be substituted. Can be served right away, but best if refrigerated for a few hours. Great for using up tomatoes and basil from the garden. If using larger tomatoes, dice and drain prior to mixing.

Provided by msoders

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups fresh cherry tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) container fresh perline mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 garlic clove, crushed and minced
1 (8 ounce) box israeli couscous
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
basil leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Halve cherry tomatoes.
  • In a large bowl combine the tomato, mozzarella, olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and garlic, toss well then refrigerate, covered, to marinate for 30 minutes
  • Cook couscous according to directions.
  • Rinse Couscous with cold water until cool.
  • Toss Couscous and Basil with tomato and mozzarella mixture.
  • Garnish with whole basil leaves serve.

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