Whole Wheat Couscous With Plums Goat Cheese And Fresh Mint Recipe

A delightful and vibrant salad from Prevention Magazine, featuring a sweet and savory mix of whole wheat couscous, juicy plums, tangy goat cheese, and refreshing mint. This easy 15-minute recipe is perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or healthy weeknight dinner. The balsamic vinegar adds a delicious depth of flavor (use white balsamic for a lighter color). Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this simple yet elegant recipe!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 93 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Whole Wheat Couscous With Plums Goat Cheese And Fresh Mint

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How to Make Whole Wheat Couscous With Plums Goat Cheese And Fresh Mint

  1. Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
  2. Add 1 cup whole wheat couscous, stir to combine, and remove from heat.
  3. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes, or according to package directions.
  4. Fluff the couscous with a fork and transfer to a medium bowl. Let cool slightly.
  5. Add 1 cup pitted and chopped plums, 2 chopped scallions, 4 ounces crumbled goat cheese, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint to the couscous.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon honey and 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (or white balsamic) until the honey is fully dissolved.
  7. Pour the honey-vinegar mixture over the couscous and gently toss to combine.
  8. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

54g

Fat

9g

Carbs

4g