Herb Garden Couscous Salad


Course : Beans
Serves: 6
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Ingredients:


1 cup couscous

1 cup boiling water

2 cups black beans -- cooked

1 large celery rib -- diced

1 small red bell pepper -- diced

2 medium tomatoes -- diced

1/4 cup green olives -- chopped

1/2 cup parsley -- chopped

2 tablespoons dill -- chopped

2 tablespoons mint -- chopped

2 medium scallions -- finely chopped

2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon salt and pepper -- to taste
 

Preparation / Directions:


In a large heatproof container, combine the couscous and water. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes. Uncover and fluff with a fork. Let cool until it is just warm. Mix in the remaining ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving. VARIATION: In place of dill and mint, try a combination of fresh herbs such as oregano, thyme and basil.


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