Israeli Couscous With Mint and Lemon

This is a very simple recipe, and so very light and flavorful, that everyone can enjoy , the flavor of mint is so light and refreshing in this dish!!

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons coarse salt, plus more for pasta water
• 1 1⁄2 cups israeli couscous or 1 1⁄2 cups  pearl couscous
• 5  tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more
•  olive oil, for drizzling
• 1⁄4 cup fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced
• 5  scallions, thinly sliced diagonally
• 1⁄3 cup golden raisin
• 3  tablespoons lemon zest, very thinly sliced (2-3 strips)
• 1⁄4 cup pine nuts, toasted
• 2  tablespoons fresh lemon juice
•  fresh ground pepper
• 1⁄8 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Directions

1. Bring pot of salted water to a boil Add couscous, and cook until al dente, Drain, and drizzle with just enough oil to coat. Spread on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
2. Combine couscous and remaining ingredients. Let stand at room temperature for least 30 minutes before serving.