Ingredients for Toasted Israeli Couscous Salad With Grilled Summer Vegetables
- Balsamic Vinegar
- Dijon Mustard
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 1/4 cup olive oil (plus 2 tablespoons for couscous)
- Salt
- Black Pepper
- Green Zucchini
- Yellow Zucchini
- Asparagus Spears
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Red Bell Pepper
- Yellow Bell Pepper
- Basil Chiffonade
- Flat Leaf Parsley
- 1 cup Israeli couscous
- Vegetable Stock
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How to Make Toasted Israeli Couscous Salad With Grilled Summer Vegetables
- **Prepare the Marinade:** In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and 1 clove minced garlic. Slowly whisk in 1/4 cup olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- **Marinate Vegetables:** Cut 1 medium zucchini, 1 red bell pepper, and 1 pint cherry tomatoes in half (or into 1/2-inch pieces for zucchini and peppers). Place vegetables in a bowl, pour half of the marinade over them, and let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- **Preheat Grill & Toast Couscous:** Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. While preheating, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 cup Israeli couscous and toast, stirring frequently, until lightly golden brown (about 3-5 minutes).
- **Cook Couscous:** Add 1 1/2 cups hot vegetable broth to the toasted couscous. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until al dente (about 8-10 minutes), according to package directions. Drain well.
- **Grill Vegetables:** Remove vegetables from the marinade and grill for 3-5 minutes per side, or until tender and slightly charred.
- **Assemble Salad:** In a large bowl, combine the cooked couscous, grilled vegetables, 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, mint, or basil). Toss with the remaining marinade.
- **Serve:** Serve the salad at room temperature or chilled. Garnish with extra herbs if desired.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
50g
Fat
43g
Carbs
35g