TURKEY COUSCOUS SALAD

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For a fast, light supper on a busy night, try this colorful turkey salad. I like to serve it with warm breadsticks, and the yogurt dressing lends a refreshing tang. -Anna Minegar, Zolfo Springs, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2/3 cup water
1/2 cup uncooked couscous
2-1/2 ounces sliced deli turkey, cut into 1/2-inch strips
1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup pitted ripe olives, halved
1/3 cup fat-free plain yogurt
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
2-1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1 ounce reduced-fat cheddar cheese, cut into cubes

Steps:

In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil; stir in couscous. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl. Fluff with a fork; cool. , Add the turkey, tomatoes and olives. In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, parsley and vinegar. Pour over couscous mixture and toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 645mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges