Israeli Couscous Salad

Various grains are starting to show up more and more on local menus and at stores. One no longer expects to see mashed potatoes or rice as a mainstay accompaniment anymore. Israeli couscous is one of those grains. It's a wheat based product that is shaped like tiny little pearls that resemble pasta more than couscous. The first time I tried Israeli couscous, I was really impressed by it's slightly chewy texture and toasty aroma. It cooks very quickly and adapts well to any broths and sauces inwhich it is cooked.

This salad recipe combines nutty Israeli couscous with a zippy lime dressing.

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