Caprese Couscous Salad

Fresh tomatoes and mozzarella cheese make a beautiful and hearty salad with Israeli couscous and a generous splash of balsamic vinegar.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 257 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 ¼ cups water
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 cups diced tomatoes
• 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil (Optional)
• 1 cup pearl (Israeli) couscous
• 1 small shallot, minced
• 1 cup diced fresh mozzarella cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, shallot, garlic, basil, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes.

Step 2

Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from the heat, and stir in the couscous. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes; fluff with a fork. Allow couscous to cool, then toss with tomato mixture.