Smoked Turkey And Middle Eastern Couscous Salad

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This recipe was featured in an email today from the www.lifescript.com website.

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Steps

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For the vinaigrette - in a mixing bowl , whisk the lemon juice and olive oil together.

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Season with salt and pepper.

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Add the chives.

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For the salad - rinse the couscous in a sieve under cold water until the water runs clear.

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Add the couscous to 3 cups boiling salted water.

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Simmer over medium heat , stirring occasionally , until al dente , about 12 to 15 minutes.

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Cover , remove from the heat and let stand 10 minutes.

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All the liquid should now be absorbed.

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Return the couscous to the sieve and rinse under cold water for about 3 minutes , until cool.

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Drain and place in a large bowl.

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Toss the couscous with 1 tablespoon olive oil.

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Toss the onion with the remaining tablespoon olive oil and the balsamic vinegar and season heavily with pepper.

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Spread the onion slices evenly on a baking sheet and roast at 375 f until softened and caramel-colored , about 15 to 20 minutes.

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Toss the couscous with the onion , red pepper , cherry tomatoes , artichokes , cucumber , scallions , turkey and .

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Ingredients

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lemon juice, olive oil, salt, fresh ground black pepper, chives, israeli couscous, red onion, balsamic vinegar, red pepper, cherry tomatoes, canned artichoke heart, cucumber, scallion, smoked turkey breast