ORANGE COUSCOUS SALAD

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Olives, oregano and oranges combine to make a light, fresh dressing for delicate couscous. From Prevention® Healthy Cooking.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3/4 cup uncooked couscous
2 tablespoons frozen organic orange juice concentrate
1 tablespoon fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup boiling water
1 can (11 1/2 oz) mandarin orange slices, drained
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup pitted and sliced kalamata olives
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

In large bowl, combine couscous, orange juice concentrate, oregano, orange peel, salt and pepper. Stir in water. Cover and let stand 5 minutes or until liquid has been absorbed.
Fluff with fork. Add oranges, green onions, parsley, olives and oil. Toss to coat well. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 380 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g