Fried Couscous Salad

Giada De Laurentiis

Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis

Show: Giada at HomeEpisode: Golden Hour Beach Picnic

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Total Time:
58 min
Prep
10 min
Inactive
5 min
Cook
43 min
Yield:
2 to 4 servings
Level:
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Ingredients

Couscous:

  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 (10-ounce) box (1 1/4 cups) couscous (recommended: Near East)
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
  • 4 ounces ricotta salata cheese, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 small or 1/2 large cucumber, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves

Dressing:

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • Zest and juice from 1/2 large lemon
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

For the couscous: In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth and salt to a boil over medium-high heat. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the couscous. Cover until the liquid had been absorbed and the couscous is tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Using a fork, fluff the couscous and break up any lumps.

In a large, nonstick skillet heat 1/4 cup oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove the garlic and discard. Increase the heat to high and add the couscous. Cook, stirring constantly, for 6 minutes. Continue to cook the couscous, stirring every 5 minutes, until toasted, about 25 minutes. Transfer the couscous to a large serving bowl and cool for 5 minutes. Add the ricotta salata, cucumber, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and basil.

For the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until the couscous is coated.

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  • on May 15, 2012

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    I LOVE this recipe and make it often! I've thrown in different veggies and have needed to use differnet cheese (I can never find the one that is in the recipe and have added grilled chicken for a bit of protein. If you like couscous then I absolutely recommend this recipe! I eat a few spoonfuls before I can get it to the table!

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  • on April 22, 2012

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    Perfect side dish! My kids love this recipe. Well done!

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  • on April 15, 2012

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    This is perfect! It's delicious and easy to make. We often make it as a side for grilled chicken or shrimp.

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