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:
- Mix all ingredients in a large bowl.
- 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
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