Cool Couscous Toss Recipes
PERFECT COUSCOUS
Couscous isn't a grain, as some people may think - it's actually a type of pasta made from durum wheat and shaped like a grain. The couscous you have in your pantry is most likely instant couscous that's been steamed and dried so it cooks very quickly, for a fast and easy side dish or base for a salad or bowl. Look for whole wheat couscous in your supermarket; it cooks in the same time as the regular variety and has all the virtues of whole wheat pasta. This recipe makes a big batch for make-ahead meal prep but is easily halved.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 10m
Yield about 6 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine the water or broth, olive oil and 1 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Stir in the couscous and immediately remove from the heat. Cover and let sit 5 minutes.
- Fluff the couscous thoroughly with a fork (the more you fluff, the more separate and light the grains will be). Season with salt and pepper. If you are making the couscous ahead, spread while hot on a baking sheet lined with parchment to stop the cooking as it cools. Once cool, refrigerate in an airtight container up to 5 days.
COOL COUSCOUS TOSS
A light and yummy chilled couscous-based salad. Perfect for summer because it's no fuss! I titled it a "toss" instead of a salad because it can stand alone as a cool light vegetarian entree. It can also be served as a side dish. You could add diced cheese and or/salami if you'd like to make it heartier. Perfect for a pot luck or picnic because it won't spoil if it sits out a while and it's still delicious served at room temperature. Cook time includes chill time...it's even better if allowed to sit overnight in the refrigerator. You can easily vary the canned veggies based on what you have in your pantry.
Provided by SaraFish
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 3h15m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Allow couscous to cool slightly.
- Mix all ingredients together.
- Chill and serve.
- Amazingly delicious!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 556.2, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 172, Carbohydrate 113.7, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 0.7, Protein 19.5
COOL COUSCOUS SALAD
Steps:
- Make the couscous according to the directions. Uncover and fluff with a fork. Transfer the couscous to a large bowl and let cool.
- To the couscous, add the artichoke quarters, cherry tomatoes, scallion, chickpeas, cucumber and mint.
- Remove the breasts from the roast chicken - reserve the rest of the chicken for another use. Remove skin and cut the breasts into small pieces. Add the chicken to the couscous.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the reserved lemon juice, olive oil and the reserved artichoke liquid. Season with salt, pepper, and a little cayenne pepper, to taste. Pour this dressing over the couscous mixture and toss lightly to combine.
GREEK COUSCOUS
Greek style Israeli couscous. So delicious!
Provided by KenzieKook
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek
Time 45m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pour the chicken broth and water into a saucepan, stir in the garlic, and bring to a boil. Stir in the couscous, cover the pan, and remove from heat. Allow the couscous to stand until all the water has been absorbed, about 5 minutes; fluff with a fork. Allow the couscous to cool to warm temperature.
- In a large serving bowl, lightly toss the couscous, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, and garbanzo beans. Mix the oregano, black pepper, white wine vinegar, and lemon juice in a small bowl, and pour over the couscous mixture. Toss again to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.6 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 5.6 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 591.8 mg, Sugar 2 g
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