Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 medium vine-ripened tomato
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/2 pints vine-ripened red and yellow cherry tomatoes (about 2/3 pound)
  • 1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves

Method

  • In a 3-quart saucepan bring water and salt to a boil and stir in couscous.
  • Immediately remove pan from heat and let couscous stand, covered, 5 minutes.
  • Cut medium tomato into quarters and in a blender puree with mustard and vinegar until smooth.
  • With motor running add oil in a slow stream.
  • Season dressing with salt and pepper.
  • Halve the cherry tomatoes and toss them with the couscous and torn basil leaves.
  • Dress with the vinaigrette and serve.