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Fried Couscous Salad (Giada De Laurentiis) Recipe

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Fried Couscous Salad (Giada De Laurentiis)

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Ingredients:

Serving

2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1 (10-oz) box (1 1/4 cups) couscous (recommended: near east )
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
4 oz ricotta salata cheese , cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 small or 1/2 large cucumber, peeled, seeded , and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup grated parmesan
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
zest and juice from 1/2 large lemon
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

For the couscous: In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth and salt to a boil over medium-high heat. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the couscous. Cover until the liquid had been absorbed and the couscous is tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Using a fork, fluff the couscous and break up any lumps.
In a large, nonstick skillet heat 1/4 cup oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove the garlic and discard. Increase the heat to high and add the couscous. Cook, stirring constantly, for 6 minutes. Continue to cook the couscous, stirring every 5 minutes, until toasted, about 25 minutes. Transfer the couscous to a large serving bowl and cool for 5 minutes. Add the ricotta salata, cucumber, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and basil.
For the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until the couscous is coated.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	913.86 Kcal (3826 kJ)
Calories from fat	717.87 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	79.76g	123%
Cholesterol	25.18mg	8%
Sodium	1439.84mg	60%
Potassium	609.61mg	13%
Total Carbs	20.44g	7%
Sugars	3.51g	14%
Dietary Fiber	2.5g	10%
Protein	23.55g	47%
Vitamin C	6.5mg	11%
Vitamin A	2mg	68%
Iron	1.1mg	6%
Calcium	789.6mg	79%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	191.58 Kcal (802 kJ)
Calories from fat	150.49 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	16.72g	123%
Cholesterol	5.28mg	8%
Sodium	301.84mg	60%
Potassium	127.79mg	13%
Total Carbs	4.28g	7%
Sugars	0.74g	14%
Dietary Fiber	0.52g	10%
Protein	4.94g	47%
Vitamin C	1.4mg	11%
Vitamin A	0.4mg	68%
Iron	0.2mg	6%
Calcium	165.5mg	79%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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