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Blueberries
Nutrients per serving
  • Protein: 1.0 grams
  • Fat: 4.0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 13.0 grams
  • Calories: 92

Blueberries

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: 15 Minutes
Cooking Time: Not Available
Chilling Time: 1 Hour

Servings: 6
Ingredients:
  • 1 cup (250 mL) water
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) couscous
  • 1 cup (250 mL) Ontario Blueberries
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) Ontario Raspberries
  • 1 green onion, sliced

  • Dressing:
  • 3 tbsp (50 mL) cider vinegar
  • 3 tbsp (50 mL) chopped fresh mint
  • 2 tbsp (25 mL) vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) grated gingerroot
  • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
Preparation:

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.