Fruity Couscous Salad

To boost flavor and nutrition, prepare the whole-grain couscous with orange juice instead of water.

Original recipe makes 8 servings

Ingredients

1 1/3 cups dry couscous
2/3 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup packed dried apricots, chopped
2/3 cup Craisins (sweetened, dried cranberries) or raisins, microwaved in
1 cup water for 1 minute
1 teaspoon cumin
3 scallions, thinly sliced with greens
1 pinch Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

  1. Prepare couscous according to package directions. Combine all ingredients; toss. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition

Calories: 218 kcal
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Fat: 4.9 g
Fiber: 3.6 g
Protein: 6 g
Sodium: 54 mg