ROASTED VEGETABLE COUSCOUS SALAD

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Categories     Salad

Yield 9 servings(1 cup ea.)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (10oz) Near East couscous original plain
1 medium eggplant peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes (about 3 cups)
2 medium red bell peppers cut into 1-inch pieces
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 cloves of garlic, minced
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • 1-prepare near east couscous according to package directions except omit butter or olive oil. set aside to cool for 10 mins. 2-meanwhile heat oven to broil. In a large bowl toss eggplant and bell peppers with 2 tablespoongs of olive oil and garlic until coated thoroughly. On a cookie sheet with borders spread out vegetables in one layer. Broil on top rack for 4-6 minutes or until eggplant is evenly golden brown, stirring frequently. 3-In a large bowl combine remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, vinagar, basil and black pepper. Add couscous and roasted vegetables tossing to coat evenly. Chill 2 hours or overnight. Stir in cheese just before serving.

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