Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Causcous Salad

 

Ingredient:

• 2 cups diced tomato
• 3/4 cup diced fresh mozzarella cheese
• 3 tablespoons minced shallots
• 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1 1/4 cups water
• 1 cup uncooked couscous
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• Basil leave for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Combine first 7 ingredients in a large bowl, cover and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes.

2. Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan and gradually stir in couscous. Remove from heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and cool. Add couscous and basil to tomato mixture, toss gently. Garnish with basil leaves if desired. 5 servings; serving size 1 cup.