WHOLE WHEAT COUSCOUS WITH PLUMS, GOAT CHEESE AND FRESH MINT

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Delightful mix of flavors from Prevention magazine. Although I submitted the cooking directions for the couscous as given, please check the directions on your particular package. The cooking directions on my box were different so I followed the package instructions, rather than the recipe, for cooking the couscous. The balsamic vinegar does darken the dish, so use white balsamic if you prefer. I have never used it, though, so I am unsure what taste difference there would be.

Provided by GaylaJ

Categories     Plums

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups water (or the amount your package instructs using to cook 1 cup couscous)
1 cup whole wheat couscous
3 ripe plums, chopped
2 scallions, thinly sliced
2 ounces aged goat cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup chopped of fresh mint
3 tablespoons honey
3 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil.
  • Add couscous, stir, and turn off heat; cover saucepan and let rest for 10 minutes.
  • Fluff couscous with a fork and transfer to a medium bowl.
  • Allow to cool, then add plums, scallions, cheese, and mint.
  • In a small bowl, whisk honey and vinegar until honey has dissolved; pour over couscous and gently toss.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 7.5, Sodium 55, Carbohydrate 14.9, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 13.7, Protein 2.6

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