Couscous Caprese

Couscous Caprese
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    35 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    19

Experience the classic Caprese salad reimagined! Plump, roasted tomatoes become vessels for fluffy couscous, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, all drizzled with a tangy balsamic glaze. A delightful side dish that's as beautiful as it is delicious.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    33 g
  • Cholesterol
    36 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    19 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    367 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking dish. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Pour boiling water over couscous in a bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let couscous soak until all water is absorbed. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Carefully slice the tops from the tomatoes, reserving the tops. Slice a thin piece from the bottom of each tomato to create a flat surface so they stand upright. Gently scoop out and discard the tomato seeds and pulp, leaving a hollow shell. Place the tomatoes in the prepared baking dish. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View Bake the tomatoes in the preheated oven until the edges are lightly charred and the tomatoes are slightly softened. (20 minutes)

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Recipe View While the tomatoes are baking, tear 4 basil leaves and line the inner walls of each tomato. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Gently toss the diced mozzarella cheese with the couscous. Stuff the couscous mixture into the baked tomatoes. Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the top of the stuffed tomatoes. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Serve immediately or let cool slightly. Garnish with the reserved tomato tops and extra basil leaves. (5 minutes)

For a richer flavor, try using balsamic glaze instead of balsamic vinegar.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the couscous mixture for a subtle kick.
This dish can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 6 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Sarai Willmshettinger

    This recipe was a hit! The presentation was so impressive, and the flavors were amazing.

  • German Vonruedengleichner

    Definitely making this again! It's a great vegetarian option for parties and gatherings.

  • Otilia Thiel

    I added a little pesto to the couscous mixture, and it was fantastic!

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