COUSCOUS GIARDINIERA SALAD

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COUSCOUS GIARDINIERA SALAD

 

1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed broccoli, cauliflower and carrots

1 package (10 ounces) NEAR EAST Original Plain Couscous

3 tablespoons olive oil

1/4 cup lemon juice

1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes *

1 cup chopped tomato

1/4 cup sliced pitted ripe olives

4 ounces crumbled feta cheese, (1 cup)

Romaine lettuce leaves

 

 

 

Prepare couscous according to package directions, except omit olive oil, and add

frozen vegetables to water before bringing to a boil. Once prepared, fluff

couscous with a fork. Cool, uncovered, 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, in large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano and red

pepper flakes. Add cooled couscous, tossing to coat evenly.

Gently stir in tomatoes and olives. Gently stir in cheese. Chill at least 2

hours before serving on lettuce leaves.

 

8 Servings

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

 

Source: Near East Foods

Formatted by Chupa BAbi: 03.11.08

 

*For spicier Giardiniera Salad, increase red pepper flakes to 1/2 teaspoon.

 

Inspired by the spicy Italian condiment, this quick salad can be made mild or

hot by simply adjusting the amount of red pepper flakes.

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