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Summer Couscous Salad with Lemon Basil Dressing with Fried Zucchini and Mozzarella| @gogogogourmet
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Summer Couscous Salad

This Summer Couscous Salad with Lemon Basil Dressing is delicious. This quick and easy couscous salad is great for summer BBQs!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 -4
Author Jacqueline

Ingredients

  • 1 10 oz. package Vigo Couscous
  • 1/2 English cucumber sliced lengthwise into quarters and sliced 1/2
  • 2/3 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 large red onion sliced thinly
  • 2 tablespoons chopped basil
  • 1/4 cup Vigo Olive Oil
  • 1 lemon zested
  • 1/2 lemon juiced
  • 1 zucchini sliced 1/2
  • Salt
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup Vigo Italian Style Bread Crumbs
  • 6-8 slices fresh mozzarella
  • Balsamic glaze for drizzling

Instructions

  • In a a shallow saucepan, cook the couscous according to package directions. When cooked, remove from heat and fluff into a large mixing bowl. Add the cucumber, tomatoes and red onion.
  • In a small jar or bottle, add the chopped basil, lemon zest, lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper, then shake vigorously until emulsified.
  • Pour the dressing over the couscous and vegetables; toss until evenly combined.
  • Sprinkle your zucchini rounds with salt and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out the water. Blot dry with paper towels.
  • Heat a thin layer of olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Beat the egg in a small bowl and spread the bread crumbs on a small plate.
  • Dip the zucchini rounds in the egg, then coat evenly with the breadcrumbs. Add to the heated olive oil and pan fry until golden brown, 2-3 minutes. Flip over and repeat.
  • Spoon the couscous onto a plate or serving platter. Top with the fried zucchini and fresh mozzarella, alternating slices of each. Drizzle with the balsamic reduction and garnish with additional basil, if desired.