Couscous with Artichoke Hearts and Walnuts

Submitted by ratherbeswimmin

"My husband and I both love artichoke hearts and we sure love this salad."

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 15
• Serves: 5

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 of 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.