Sweet & Nutty Couscous

By courtneyepowell

Ingredients

• 1 cup apple juice
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 tsp. salt (optional)
• 1/8 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 3/4 cup whole wheat couscous
• 1/4 cup golden raisins or cranberries
• 1/3 cup toasted pecans, coarsely chopped

Preparation

Step 1

1. Combine apple juice, water, salt, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.

2. Remove from heat and stir in peas, couscous, and raisins.

3. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes

4. Fluff the couscous with a fork, stir in the pecans and serve.