How to Make Caprese Couscous Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're in the mood for a refreshing, light dish that's bursting with flavor, look no further than this Caprese Couscous Salad. This recipe takes the classic Italian Caprese salad and gives it a fun twist by adding couscous for an extra layer of texture and heartiness. The result is a dish that's perfect for a summer picnic, a potluck, or as a side for your next barbecue.

The star of this dish is the classic combination of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. The ripe tomatoes add a j...

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Ingredients

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

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Nutrition

    257 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 18mg
    • Sodium: 478mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 12mg
    • Calcium: 248mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 327mg