Whole Wheat Couscous With Plums, Goat Cheese and Fresh Mint |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Delightful mix of flavors from Prevention magazine. Although I submitted the cooking directions for the couscous as given, please check the directions on your particular package. The cooking directions on my box were different so I followed the package instructions, rather than the recipe, for cooking the couscous. The balsamic vinegar does darken the dish, so use white balsamic if you prefer. I have never used it, though, so I am unsure what taste difference there would be. Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups water (or the amount your package instructs using to cook 1 cup couscous) |
1 cup whole wheat couscous |
3 ripe plums, chopped |
2 scallions, thinly sliced |
2 ounces aged goat cheese, crumbled |
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint |
3 tablespoons honey |
3 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar |
salt and pepper, to taste |
Directions:
1. In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil.
2. Add couscous, stir, and turn off heat; cover saucepan and let rest for 10 minutes.
3. Fluff couscous with a fork and transfer to a medium bowl.
4. Allow to cool, then add plums, scallions, cheese, and mint.
5. In a small bowl, whisk honey and vinegar until honey has dissolved; pour over couscous and gently toss.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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