Caprese Salad with Couscous & Avocado and an Easy Pesto Dressing
So simple and yet delicious – great for a quick lunch or to pack up to take on picnics or in lunch boxes. The salad also makes a tasty filling for wraps.
Method
Prepare the couscous according to the packet instructions. Allow to cool and fluff with a fork.
Mix together the pesto, oil and lemon juice. Season with a little salt.
In a bowl toss together the couscous, mozzarella, tomatoes, avocado and basil, alternatively arrange separately on serving plates. Drizzle with pesto dressing to serve.
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Ingredients
- 1 x packet of Ainsley Tomato & Chilli Couscous
- mini mozzarella balls
- 2-3 ripe vine or heritage tomatoes or a handful of cherry tomatoes
- 1 avocado, sliced
- handful of basil leaves, shredded or torn
- 2 tsp shop bought pesto
- 2 tsp olive oil
- juice of ½ lemon