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Couscous Berry Salad

Blueberries and raspberries combine in this unique tangy and refreshing salad. Other Ontario Berries can be substituted and still deliver full flavour.
Couscous, a popular grain originating in North Africa, is now found in all Ontario supermarkets. Serve with grilled chicken or pork.

Preparation Time:
Grilling Time:
Serves:

15 minutes
1 hour
6

1 cup (250 mL)
½ cup (125 mL)
1 cup (250 mL)
½ cup (125 mL)
1

Dressing:
3 tbsp (50 mL)
3 tbsp (50 mL)
2 tbsp (25 mL)
1 tbsp (15 mL)
½ tsp (2 mL)

water
couscous
Ontario Blueberries
Ontario Raspberries
green onion, sliced

cider vinegar
chopped fresh mint
vegetable oil
grated gingerroot
salt

In small saucepan, bring water to boil. Remove from heat and stir in couscous. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Uncover and cool slightly, stirring occasionally.
Dressing: In small jar, combine vinegar, mint, oil, gingerroot and salt; cover and shake well.
In bowl, mix dressing with couscous. Gently stir in blueberries, raspberries and green onion. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour or overnight.

Nutritional Information:
1 Appetizer:

Nutritional Information:
1 Serving

Protein:
Fat:
Carbohydrates:
Calories:

1.0 grams
4.0 grams
13.0 grams
92