Couscous with Artichoke Hearts and Walnuts |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 5 |
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My husband and I both love artichoke hearts and we sure love this salad. Ingredients:
1 cup water |
1 1/2 cups quick-cooking couscous |
1 tablespoon olive oil |
1 teaspoon salt |
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped |
1/2 cup minced scallion |
2 cloves garlic, minced |
1 cup chopped fresh parsley |
1 -2 tablespoon chopped fresh dill |
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint or 1 tablespoon tarragon (or both) |
3 tablespoons olive oil |
1/2 lemon, juice of |
1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts |
salt and pepper |
salad greens |
Directions:
1. In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
2. Pour couscous into a large bowl; add the boiling water.
3. With a fork, stir in the olive oil and salt.
4. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes.
5. Add in the artichoke hearts, scallions, garlic, parsley, dill, optional tarragon, and mint to the couscous.
6. Add in the oil, lemon juice, and walnuts; stir to combine.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve on a bed of fresh salad greens.
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