Betty's Tomato and Basil Couscous
In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make Tomato and Basil Couscous. This dish can be used as a complete lunch or as a side dish at dinner.
Ingredients
| Boiling water | 1 1/4 Cup (20 tbs) | |
| Uncooked couscous | 1 1/4 Cup (20 tbs) | |
| Chopped fresh basil | 2 Cup (32 tbs) (1 | |
| Chopped red onion | 1/3 Cup (5.33 tbs) (purple onion) | |
| Crisp bacon slices | 3 , crumbled | |
| Fresh tomato | 2 Medium , chopped (peel or seed them if desired) | |
| Apple cider vinegar | 1/4 Cup (4 tbs) | |
| Extra virgin olive oil | 2 Tablespoon | |
| Ground sea salt | 1/4 Teaspoon , freshly ground | |
| Freshly ground black peppercorn | 1/4 Teaspoon |
Directions
MAKING
1. In a large bowl, mix together couscous and boiling water. Cover with lid and let it sit for 5 minutes.
2. Uncover, fluff with a fork and add basil, onion, bacon, and chopped tomatoes. Toss and set aside.
3. For dressing, in a jar, combine apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Put the lid on and shake vigorously.
4. Drizzle dressing over couscous mixture and toss lightly. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 for flavor to mingle.
SERVING
5. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Recipe Summary
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 253Calories from Fat 53
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6 g9.2%
Saturated Fat %
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol
Sodium 90 mg3.75%
Total Carbohydrates 42 g14%
Dietary Fiber 3 g12%
Sugars 1 g
Protein 7 g14%
Vitamin A % Vitamin C %
Calcium % Iron %
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
