Tomato Basil Feta Couscous Salad

Once again, I've forced my husband to try something he's never tried in the food world; couscous. When he asked what it was and why it had such a stupid name, I replied that it is a Moroccan staple. "Why the hell do I want to eat staples?!" Funny guy.

This recipe was more than enough for 3-4 people.

1 1/2 c tomato, diced

1 c shallots, minced

1/3-1/2 c feta cheese, crumbled

2 tsp lemon juice (vinegar is ok as well)

1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 garlic clove, minced

1/4 c arugula, coarsely chopped

1/2 tsp salt (kosher recommended)

1 c water

1 c uncooked couscous

4 tsp fresh basil, chopped

basil leaves, for garnish (optional)

Combine first 7 ingredients, set aside to marinate 20-30 minutes.

Cook couscous according to package directions. Cool.

Combine all ingredients, garnish with extra basil leaves. Serve chilled.

I also like this with pasta.  I use whole wheat rotini.