This couscous salad is filled with all sorts of nutritious goodies: almonds, dried cranberries, and dried apricots add fiber, protein, and vitamins to this delicious salad.
INGREDIENTS (for 8 servings):
- 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
PREPARATION:
Prepare couscous according to package directions. Combine all ingredients; toss. Serve at room temperature or chilled.