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September 2, 2011

Tomato and Basil Couscous

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Tomato Basil Couscous | FoodsOfOurLives.com

We have really enjoyed this recipe for couscous over the years. I don’t make it a ton, but when I do make it, it gets gobbled up and there’s not much left by the end of dinner.

It is simple to prepare actually, even though it may seem like there’s a lot of ingredients, it’s not bad and you only have to cook the couscous and then add everything else. 

Super easy. 

The vinegar gives the couscous a nice zesty flavor but isn’t overpowering and still lets the basil and tomato flavors come through. 

Tomato and Basil Couscous
 
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Prep time
10 mins
Cook time
5 mins
Total time
15 mins
 
Recipe By: Megan
Serves: serves 4-6
Ingredients
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ½ (10 ounce) package whole wheat couscous
  • ½ cup chopped green onions
  • ½ cup diced seeded tomato
  • 3 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil
  • 2 tablespoons and 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons and 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
  • ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper
Preparation Instructions
  1. Preparation Instructions
  2. Bring the chicken broth to a boil, then remove from heat and add the couscous, cover and let sit for 5 minutes.
  3. In a serving bowl, combine the rest of the ingredients while the couscous is sitting.
  4. Fluff the couscous with a fork and add to the bowl.
  5. Toss to combine all the ingredients and put in the fridge until chilled about an hour (or serve it warm if you prefer).
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