Couscous with Herbs

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Couscous with Herbs

 

1 cup dry couscous

1 cup boiling water

2 cups canned black beans, drained and rinsed

1 red or green bell pepper, diced

2 medium tomatoes, diced

1/2 cup fresh parsley, minced

2 tbsps. fresh dill, chopped

1 tbsp. each fresh minced oregano and basil

2 green onions, finely chopped

2 tbsps. lemon juice

2 tbsps. olive oil

salt, pepper, to taste

optional: 1/4 cup green olives, chopped

 

In a large casserole dish combine the couscous and water then cover and

allow it to stand for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and allow to cool until

just warm. Mix remaining ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least one

hour before serving. Serves 6.