Couscous with Pistachios and Herbs

Couscous with Pistachios and Herbs

This salty, sweet dish is a contradiction of the senses!

Serve hot or at room temperature.

 

 

Ingredients

1/2 cup Israeli couscous

1 cup water (add more if needed)

1/4 cup shelled pistachios

1/2 tablespoon olive oil

2 tablespoons orange juice

 1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/2 tablespoon dried parsley

1/2 tablespoon dried mint 

salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Preheat a pot to medium heat.  Add the olive oil and couscous and toast the couscous until it is slightly browned.  Add the water, stir and bring the couscous to a boil.  Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring often.  (As the couscous cooks, you may need to add additional water.  Just keep an eye on it and once the couscous is soft it is done.  If you have ever cooked rice-a-roni, it's the same method.)  Add the remainder of the ingredients and cook for an additional 5 minutes.  Salt and pepper to taste.  Enjoy!