Gazpacho Couscous Salad

Submitted by ratherbeswimmin

"My husband and I tried this one out for lunch. We both thought it was tasty and very filling. Also would be good as a side for any grilled meats. Serves 4 as main dish and 8 as side dish."

 

• Ready In: 35mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 (10 ounce) package couscous
• 1 large ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1 medium cucumber, peeled and chopped
• 1⁄4 cup chopped fresh parsley or 1/4 cup mint (I used both)
• 3⁄4 cup salsa (commercial or home-made)
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

directions

1. Add salt, olive oil, and 2 cups water to a saucepan; place pan over high heat.
2. Bring to a boil; add in couscous; stir to mix.
3. Cover saucepan and remove from stove burner; let sit for 5 minutes.
4. Combine chopped tomato and cucumber, parsley and/or mint, salsa, and lemon juice in a small bowl.
5. When couscous is ready, transfer to a large mixing bowl; fluff with a fork.
6. Add the tomato/cucumber mixture; toss to combine.
7. Adjust seasonings to taste with salt/pepper or whatever you fancy.
8. Serve immediately or chill and serve later.

Reviews

[Deepfreeze-27]

This was a very quick and easy recipe and very tasty for a light lunch. I seeded both the tomato and cucumber to prevent the salad from becoming watery, otherwise I followed it as submitted.