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What is a vegetarian recipe using couscous?

Couscous Tabouleh

1 cup raw couscous
2 large firm, ripe tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley, to taste
2 or 3 scallions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint leaves, or 1 teaspoon dried mint, optional
2 tablespoons olive oil
Juice of 1 large lemon
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Place the couscous in a heatproof dish and pour the boiling water over it. Cover tightly; let stand for 5 to 10 minutes, until the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork, transfer to a mixing bowl, and allow to cool to room temperature or until just slightly warm. Add the remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly. Chill for 1 to 2 hours before serving, if desired.

Comments

2/6/2007 6:20:24 AM
fantastichandlesets said:

Do you really need to cook the couscous? Couscous is usually already cooked.

2/16/2007 11:18:27 PM
sarah said:

I purchase uncooked couscous in bulk, not sure about others..

12/25/2008 4:11:44 PM
tom said:

@ fantastic,

Yes. The pre-cooked cous cous still needs to be hydrated to make it soft. (Uncooked cous cous needs to be cooked for several hours before it is soft)

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