Salade Janine

7 ingredients
13 steps

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup couscous
  • 2 cups (about 1/2 pound) slender green beans (see Note)
  • 1 large head Bibb or Boston lettuce
  • 1 medium ripe, firm avocado, cut into thin strips
  • 1 cup small grape tomatoes
  • 1/3 cup small oil-cured black olives, preferably Nicoise
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette, homemade (page 221) or store-bought, or as needed

Directions

  1. 1
    In a small heatproof container, pour 1/2 cup boiling water over the couscous.
  2. 2
    Cover and let stand for 5 to 10 minutes, until the water is absorbed, then fluff with a fork.
  3. 3
    Meanwhile, steam the green beans in a small amount of water until tender-crisp, then drain and rinse under cold water until cool.
  4. 4
    Tear the lettuce into bite-size pieces.
  5. 5
    Combine the lettuce, avocado, tomatoes, and olives in a salad bowl.
  6. 6
    Gently stir in the couscous and green beans.
  7. 7
    Drizzle with vinaigrette, toss gently, and serve.
  8. 8
    Calories: 277
  9. 9
    Total Fat: 21g
  10. 10
    Protein: 4g
  11. 11
    Carbohydrates: 20g
  12. 12
    Fiber: 5g
  13. 13
    Sodium: 275mg

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