I remember trying Israeli cous cous a long time ago and really not liking it: I can't remember why though.What's Israeli cous cous? It's basically just little round pasta (also known as pearl cous cous because the pasta looks like mini pearls).
Well, I decided to give Israeli cous cous another try. Who knew it'd be so hard to find at the grocery store though? The only variety I could find was pre-packaged with spices (similar to regular cous cous and rice mixes).
This is really not a recipe: instead, it's just a combination of my favorite ingredients.
I cooked the Israeli cous cous in the same way I cook any other pasta, minus the pre-packaged flavoring mix. After rinsing, draining and cooling it, I added the following:
* chopped tomatoes
* chopped cucumbers
* chopped black olives
* lots of fresh dill
* canned corn, drained (of course you can also use fresh corn)
* finely chopped red onion
* lemon juice
* olive oil
* salt & pepper
Doesn't this salad just scream summer? You can also add feta, chicken or even good quality canned tuna. The possibilities are endless!
Note: if I don't get back to your comments, please don't be offended: I'm spending a week in Puerto Rico and will answer any of your questions when I get back on the 29th. Hope you had a great Thanksgiving with your friends and family.
Mmm...I love Israeli couscous. I just made some the other day. We get ours from Trader Jo's and it come in a box like pasta...no seasoning. Have fun in Puerto Rico!
ReplyDeleteI prefer Isreali couscous over the smaller version. Just like the texture better. I'm always looking for recipes and this sounds delicious! Thanks for the post.
ReplyDeleteI have never had Israeli couscous before...it looks amazingly delicious! The bright colours combination is great!
ReplyDeletewhat a very colorful dish!
ReplyDeleteI actually prefer Israeli cous cous to the regular kind.
ReplyDeleteHave fun in Puerto Rico!
tomato growing is brilliant. I love to grow my own tomatoes and create dishes like this. What kind of tomatoes do you find work best?
ReplyDeleteI can just eat this salad, and be happy.
ReplyDeleteThis makes for such a pretty and colorful salad. It makes me think of summer. You must have Puerto Rico on the mind. Have a wonderful trip :D
ReplyDeleteIt definitely screams summer! Looks so tasty! I absolutely love Israeli couscous -- there are several recipes on my blog if you're looking for inspiration. I can usually find the plain pearls in small tubs at Whole Foods.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving!
This looks gorgeous and very summery! Have a fabulous vacation in Puerto Rico Olga! Have fun!
ReplyDeleteCool post as for me. I'd like to read something more concerning this matter.
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i love this kind of cous cous. your dish reminds me of summer. i want summer back!
ReplyDeleteI am so in love with Israeli couscous. I think I have it about once a week. This looks great and light.
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