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Tracie's Couscous Salad
Recipe courtesy Tracie Farmer Show: Paula's Home Cooking Episode: Summer Salads Overall User Rating: 
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AWESOME Salad
07/12/2008 at 03:47pm
User: cheri from Troy, MI User Rating:
This recipe is easy, quick and tasty. I added a little twist by including chopped black olives and everyone who tastes it loves it. Recently I couldnt get parsley so I added cilantro instead and it is even better if that is possible
Big hit!!
07/05/2008 at 07:41pm
User: bridget from northborough, MA User Rating:
I made this salad for 4th of July BBQ and everyone loved! I substituted red wine vinegar for the lime juice also since I had that. Wonderful texture and the flavors blended very well.
Phenominal Salad
06/27/2008 at 02:59pm
User: Laura from West Chesterfield, NH User Rating:
Oh my gosh! this is the most delicous food i have ever tasted in my life, im 16.5 years old and i am a health freak. I hope to be a nutritionist when im older and i try to get my family to eat healthy. They dont like a lot of healthy food, but i made this and they LOVED!! it. They didnt even know how healthy it was.. The only thing is, i suggest pouring (Farmer Boys greek dressing) on top of it and it gives it a whole nother taste. It is amazing!!! LOVE ITTT, try it with greek dressing, it tastes soo much better!
delicious
06/25/2008 at 09:51pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
my ENTIRE family loved this amazing salad..this has become a staple in my weekly menu!
Delicious!
06/21/2008 at 10:05am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
We found this salad to be excellent. I used regular couscous and it was still good. I only did a half cucumber and that was better than a whole. Although we enjoyed it immensely just as it was, I also think the addition of mint would be really good.
Wonderful!
06/13/2008 at 01:52pm
User: Karen from Grand Blanc, MI User Rating:
This is a wonderful recipe. You can really taste the freshness of each ingredient and my family loved it! We added cooked shrimp and made it a meal in itself.
Not so much
06/09/2008 at 05:03pm
User: kathryn from Jacksonville, FL User Rating:
I LOVE LOVE LOVE Paula, but I hated this salad. I think this salad would have been better without the couscous.
Just so good!!!
06/09/2008 at 12:12pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This recipe was outstanding. Followed recipe exactly, except used orange bell peppers instead of red bell because we had them on hand. All the flavors just meld together wonderfully. Thanks so much for offering this great recipe!
A crowd pleaser
06/08/2008 at 01:03pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Simple and delicious side dish. Made this for a barbeque, and everyone loved it!
good
06/06/2008 at 01:53pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
great and summery
YUM, YUM, YUM
06/05/2008 at 09:23am
User: ANDREA from Dover, NH User Rating:
This is my new favorite summer salad recipe. I almost ate the whole bowl!
Loved the Lime!
06/04/2008 at 11:06am
User: null from null, null User Rating:
I loved this salad, it just feels like summer. I did use hominy instead of chickpeas and I also used Israeli pearl couscous to give it more texture. And it is great to take to potluck.
Oh So Good!
06/02/2008 at 09:04am
User: Casundra from Scottsboro, AL User Rating:
This is such a light and refreshing salad and makes a great side dish. The flavors of all the ingredients go so well together. (I only used juice from 1 lime.) Perfect.
Loved
05/31/2008 at 05:15pm
User: LORA from Grand Canyon, AZ User Rating:
Made it with Hodgson Mills Whole Wheat Parmeasean Couscous. It was so good. What a great summertime recipe. Especially good for lunch
Summer in Every Bite
05/28/2008 at 07:52pm
User: Joan from Des Moines, IA User Rating:
This is a quick and easy salad that I can refrigerate and everyone can eat on the go. It is great in a lunch box or at the table in the garden. That fresh lime taste just says 'summer' in every bite!
yummy
05/28/2008 at 05:21pm
User: Meegan from Aurora, CO User Rating:
Very tasty, quick and easy
Great Summer Salad!
05/28/2008 at 04:47pm
User: Karen from Basking Ridge, NJ User Rating:
What a great salad and so easy to make (except for all that chopping!). I used lemon juice instead of lime and it was excellent. I will try the lime next time just to see the difference in flavor. This salad is delicious, while feeling "healthy" to eat at the same time.
Delicious
05/27/2008 at 06:09pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I have served this salad several times and always find it is very popular with the crowd. So easy to make, too. I just use Italian dressing in place of the olive oil and lime juice.
Great Dish for Brown Bag Lunch
05/27/2008 at 01:38pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I like to make this salad on Sunday's, separate it into 6 containers and bring it for lunch during the week. It's great served over a bed of baby spinach and it's healthy too, 6 WW points per serving!
Great Salad!
05/17/2008 at 12:39pm
User: Esmeralda from Chicago, IL User Rating:
This is a delicious salad! Always a hit when a make it for friends and family. Only change I've made is substituted the parsley for cilantro.
No need to worry
03/27/2008 at 06:06pm
User: shelly from milwaukee, WI User Rating:
I was worried but had most ingredients so I did it..yeah...it was a very pleasant dish. Subbed broccoli for cukes. Added fresh oregano (no basil at home) and subbed lemon for lime juice. Didn't need to add red wine vinegar or chick peas. I used a romano fresh cheese. Glad I made it...As an almost vegetarian, quick & tasty, I will make again!
crowd pleaser
01/01/2008 at 07:21pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
We made this for our family Christmas dinner and we all loved it. I think it is one of our new fav's because it isn't even a week later and we are making it again. It has wonderful subtle flavor and a refreshing elegance.
proscan246
08/27/2007 at 06:11pm
User: Stephen from Hazel Park, MI User Rating:
This recipe went over big at an office party - made a big hit with the people who were vegitarians as well as others. Highly recommend
Love It !!!!!!
08/12/2007 at 06:24pm
User: lori from scottsdale, AZ User Rating:
I love this recipe,wondeful refreshing salad. Lets just say i'm addicted! A must try salad!!!
A New Crowd Pleaser
08/08/2007 at 10:16am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Really enjoyed this as did everyone ay our barbeque. Had to give out the recipe to many. Fresh flat leaf parsley right before serving really makes the dish.
Absolutely delicious
08/06/2007 at 08:51pm
User: Sue from Springfield, IL User Rating:
I have made this wonderful salad three times in the past week. It is incredibly flavorful! The fresh lime juice adds the most refreshing bite to the dish. The colors are beautiful, it keeps well and as the flavors marry overnight, the salad becomes even better. We all loved it!
Summerlicous
07/29/2007 at 06:28pm
User: Anna from Elk City, OK User Rating:
This is a great salad when B-B-Qing! I made mine a day ahead and it was loved by all! I did add green onion.
Amazing
07/13/2007 at 07:18pm
User: Maryellen from New Bern, NC User Rating:
This is such an easy recipe but by no means lacking in taste. It is so light and refreshing that I have made it three times this week....a hit with all that have tried it!!!!
different and delicious
07/13/2007 at 04:50pm
User: patty from orchard park, NY User Rating:
I watched the show and couldn't wait to make this!It couldn't have come at a better time when the usual summer salads were getting a little tired. We loved this salad. I used the red wine vinegar too, since it was already on hand. Will make over and over. We are having the broccoli salad tonight.
Tracie's Couscous Salad
07/09/2007 at 07:51am
User: Cecile from Bellingham, MA User Rating:
This was easy and delicious. My husband does not like to try new things and this was such a surprise he had seconds. Fantastic and easy.
Easy and Light
07/09/2007 at 12:35am
User: MaryJoe from Rocky Mount, NC User Rating:
I found this recipe to be very easy to make. There is a little chopping involved but the taste is light and delicious. It is great for hot weather and it is very tasty!
Not enough flavor
07/08/2007 at 06:12pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
kind of bland and mushy
Delicious!
07/07/2007 at 04:54pm
User: Debra from West Paterson, NJ User Rating:
This salad was very tasty. I used olive oil and garlic flavored couscous (I didn't think the parmesean flavor would compliment the flavors of the salad)I also used lemon juice instead of lime and substituted scallions for the vidalia onion. A good and healthy dish for lunch or dinner. Would definitely make this again.
a crowd pleaser
07/03/2007 at 02:41pm
User: Meredith from Greenwood, MO User Rating:
Really delicious. I love the fresh lime juice. The key to making it work is using a little more olive oil than juice. The only change I made was using garlic and herb feta instead of plain feta. Perfect!
Great Summer Salad
06/29/2007 at 08:45am
User: Gina from Gaylord, MI User Rating:
I made Tracies Salad for my family. They loved it! I brought the rest to work for lunch the next day and it was still fresh. I added greek olives to my salad. Gina
Has potential
05/16/2007 at 02:37pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This would be good for a potluck picnic. It is a good base salad for whatever you want to add.
Soooo good
04/09/2007 at 10:26am
User: Trisha from Rochester Hills, MI User Rating:
This is a staple of mine for quick go to lunches. I absolutely love the flavor combinations of this salad. It is not too heavy and not too light so fills me up till supper time;) The lime juice adds that lovely tanginess that I just can't get enough of. Thank you for another great recipe!
MAKE THIS!
03/10/2007 at 09:09am
User: Patti from Gilbertsville, PA User Rating:
This was absolutely unbelievably delicious!
Refreshing tasting salad
02/17/2007 at 07:13pm
User: Stephanie from West Jordan, UT User Rating:
This salad received huge raves at a party recently. I have made it several times since and always enjoy it. I love to have it for lunch as it fills me up and does not make me feel heavy or tired after. Thanks for sharing Tracie and Paula!
Light and refreshing
01/06/2007 at 11:49am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is a great simple side dish. Something different rather than the traditional tossed or pasta salad. My friends loved it.
pretty good salad
01/05/2007 at 04:12pm
User: Shelly from Parker, CO User Rating:
I made this my first time without reading all of the reviews. I agree with substituting the lime juice with red wine vinegar. And I should have allowed the couscous to cool down. I did like the color and flavors of this salad.
Great!
12/13/2006 at 11:56am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I substituted broccoli for the cucumber (because I had broccoli on hand), and it was delicious. Also, mine was great with the juice of just one lime; I think 3 would have been too much.
the picky reviewer
10/20/2006 at 11:51am
User: Venture from Tucson, AZ User Rating:
Salad is a great idea. The peppers over power the whole salad. I didn't like it but work loved it.
Tasty Side Dish
10/09/2006 at 03:12pm
User: Ellen from Rockville, MD User Rating:
Wow....this is a great salad for any occasion. Cous Cous is so versatile. AND I though the lime juice really added a fabulous flavor.
love that couscous
10/01/2006 at 09:38am
User: MARY from Cincinnati, OH User Rating:
I have made this twice and it is good! I do recommend using red wine vinegar instead of the limes. Goes better with the rest of the ingredients.
so good!
09/26/2006 at 06:43pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is a wonderful salad that is tasty and so easy to make. I did substitute red wine vinegar (it just sounded as though it would go better witht the other ingredients) and I happened to have red onion instead of the Vidalia--and that worked out just great.
deefromwa@yahoo.com
09/25/2006 at 10:08pm
User: Dee from Otis Orchards, WA User Rating:
Was different, but very good the family did like it
Fun to Eat!
09/25/2006 at 07:32pm
User: Leslie from Orlando, FL User Rating:
Not only is this recipe delicious, but the variety of textures and tastes makes it fun to eat. Make it for dinner, then eat it for lunch the next day!
Fabulous Couscous
09/24/2006 at 08:40pm
User: Shantee from Brunswick, GA User Rating:
This is another winner from Paula! The flavor combination in this recipe just burst in your mouth!! Thanks for another winner. Paula you are the BEST!!
Very tasty
09/24/2006 at 07:56pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Loved the wonderful blend of flavors in this salad. We served it with bar-b-qued rack of lamb. Everyone raved about it.
great salad
09/23/2006 at 02:37pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made this for our family when we were having company, and it was a total hit. It is best when you prepare it the day before.
Lime Flavor Overpowered All Flavors
09/17/2006 at 11:36am
User: Serena from Guntersville, AL User Rating:
This was a good dish in concept, but for some reason, even with just a little bit of lime, it was all you tasted, and it was competing with some strong flavors. I served this at a party and there was plenty of it left, but people seemed to either like it or hate it. I think I just personally prefer a sweet couscous to a savory one. It is still worth trying if you like sour things.
So-So Recipe
09/07/2006 at 04:27pm
User: DEB from Erie, CO User Rating:
I made this for concert picnic. Tho' it was a change of pace, I thought I needed some more 'oomph'...maybe some additional seasonings and/or spices (maybe basil or italian-style?) or maybe a different type of cheese, one with more flavor. Personally, I would also only put in only 1/2 the can or chickpeas. It did keep well for left-overs the next day.
Yummy
09/05/2006 at 06:52pm
User: Elizabeth from Dover, DE User Rating:
So easy to prepare and wonderful flavor. It's even better the next day!
Loved it!
09/05/2006 at 09:17am
User: Glenn from Blairstown, NJ User Rating:
I've made this several times, with some of the changes mentioned in other reviews. They are ALL good changes, so tweek this one to your personal taste. Also, try some cold leftover salad with cut up chicken on london broil mixed in. Makes a great lunch salad!
ex-cellent
09/04/2006 at 05:18pm
User: arlene from b, MD User Rating:
This is an easy recipe and a great one to make and have for a few days. My entire family loves it.
Delicious salad got rave reviews!
09/03/2006 at 02:17pm
User: Paula from Chicago, IL User Rating:
Made this for a friend's BarBQ last night, and everyone enjoyed this refreshing summer salad. I did follow others'suggestions and substituted red wine vinegar for the lime juice, but I also squeezed in some fresh lemon juice. Also added some chopped kalamata olives, which was yummy!
Terrific Couscous
09/02/2006 at 12:33pm
User: Tammy from Jacksonville, FL User Rating:
This salad was absolutley wonderful. My husband is a picky eater and he just loved it. I'm making it again tonight.
Loved it
08/29/2006 at 09:29am
User: lori from perry, MI User Rating:
This is sooo good. I actually took the advice of the other reveiws and used red wine vin. in place of the lime. It really makes a lot I fed 5 adults and had some left.Then my daughters 17 year old boyfriend asked to take some home he liked it so much.Will make over and over again.
Easy and Fresh
08/27/2006 at 03:22pm
User: Margaret from Chicago, IL User Rating:
Easy recipe that makes a great, healthy snack or light lunch. I can picture tweaking this recipe by adding kalamata olives and mint for a more Middle-Eastern taste.
Great vegetarian salad
08/26/2006 at 02:41pm
User: yvonne from PH, FL User Rating:
This was an easy way to use couscous and something different. I liked the meditterainian flare. It does tend to be a little dry and does need more than one lime and EVOO.
Excellent
08/23/2006 at 12:46pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Great flavor, simple to make
Very Good
08/21/2006 at 10:30pm
User: DIANE from Yorktown Heights, NY User Rating:
Always use lemon with feta and chick peas, etc. Lime is just Tracie's personal preference. With lemon, this is really tastey. I squeezed some lemon juice in the bottom of a large mixing bowl and whisked in some good olive oil with s&p and mixed the cous cous, et al, with this quick vinaigrette. I also make a dish just like this with bulgar wheat (tabouli) and add in tiny diced raw carrot in addition to the other ingredients + scallions. It's excellent.
couscous salad
08/21/2006 at 08:03pm
User: beverly from lake Oswego, OR User Rating:
Very good and flavorful. Let the cousous cool or it becomes little gummy.
Very good
08/21/2006 at 02:30pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
easy to make, healthy and delicious
summer salad
08/21/2006 at 01:27pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
excellent
Delicious
08/20/2006 at 11:11am
User: Kerrin from Belford, NJ User Rating:
Delicious, fast, and easy. I am going to double the recipe the next time I make it.
Great salad
08/19/2006 at 04:17pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I thought it was delicious! I could not find Parmesan so I used garlic cous cous. I got Parm to add to it, but it didn't need it. I will make this again.
Sorry Tracie - not a hit
08/17/2006 at 01:59pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was extremely bland salad, even with trying to spice it up a little. Didn't like the lime juice taste. The leftovers got soggy and ended up throwing it out. Probably won't make this salad again.
Okay
08/16/2006 at 05:51pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I should've used a substitute for the lime. It just didn't taste right with the parmesan couscous. I think I would've preferred a garlic couscous. I will try it again and give it my own twist.
Tasty
08/15/2006 at 11:08pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I loved it. I used fresh tomato from my garden and cucumber. I also added a little more feta. I did not add onion however, because I feel onion sometimes takes over. I used parmesan couscous (excellent flavor) Although you could probably add fresh parm to regular couscous. I also used red wine vinegar in lieu of lime juice. And sub of roasted red pepper as that is all I had. Very tasty if you like feta - add more!
LOVED IT!!!
08/15/2006 at 11:43am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This recipe is so easy and so pretty. I cooked my couscous in chicken broth which gave it some more tast.Also like someone else suggested red wine vingar instead of lime juice. The lime juice didnot give it a good taste. Will make it again.
Terrific
08/14/2006 at 07:06pm
User: Marie from Houston, TX User Rating:
If you like tabouli, then you will love this, maybe even more!
Couscous salad
08/14/2006 at 04:26pm
User: Amanda from saginaw, MI User Rating:
Easy salad, good but a little bland. I think I would add more feta next time.
Really Easy
08/14/2006 at 12:23pm
User: Janet from Suncook, NH User Rating:
This was so easy and really, really good. I let my friend at work try it and she wanted the recipe right away.
Great flavors and textures!
08/13/2006 at 09:06pm
User: sandra from lakewood, CO User Rating:
My picky eater even liked it! I had to make a change -substituted red wine vinegar for lime juice and it was wonderful. It was easy and fast too! Thanks for the great recipe!