Whole Wheat Couscous Salad

This dish is a real crowd pleaser. The nutty couscous pairs well with the sweet dried fruits. It makes a great side dish. You can also add chicken or garbanzo beans to up the protein and make it a main dish.

Serves 8
Serving Size: ½ cup as side dish, ¾ cup as main dish
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole-wheat couscous, cooked to package directions
• 6 dried apricot halves, chopped
• 6 dried dates, chopped
• 6 dried figs, chopped
• ¼ cup pistachios
• 1 orange, cut into segments
• 1 cup chopped herbs, any combination (basil, parsley, mint, cilantro)
• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar  
• 1-2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl. 
2. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Information per Serving: (Based on 1½ tablespoons olive oil and 1 cup chopped basil)

• Serving Size: ½ cup, side dish
• Vegetables: 0 cups
• Fruits: ¼ cup
• Calories: 127 calories
• Carbohydrates: 23 grams
• Fiber: 3 grams
• Protein: 2 grams
• Fat: 4 grams
• Sodium: 5 mg