BUSHS® Couscous with Lemon Zest, Mint and Garbanzo Beans Recipe

BUSHS® Couscous with Lemon Zest, Mint and Garbanzo Beans Recipe

  • 1 (10 ounce) box couscous
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 lemons, zested and juiced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 (16 ounce) can BUSH'S® Garbanzo Beans, drained
  • 1 cup chopped and seeded red bell pepper
  • 2 cups peeled, seeded, chopped cucumber
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut into halves
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  1. Make couscous per directions on the box.
  2. Place couscous in large bowl, add raisins and set aside.
  3. Combine water, lemon zest, and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a small pot. Bring to simmer, pour over couscous mixture and stir. Season with salt and pepper. Cover tightly with plastic wrap, let sit for 15 minutes.
  4. Remove plastic wrap, gently fluff with fork. Set aside.
  5. In a large bowl, combine beans, red pepper, cucumber, and tomatoes. Pour in lemon juice and remaining olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Let sit for 15 minutes.
  6. Combine fluffed couscous, garbanzo bean mixture, parsley and mint in a large serving platter. Gently toss to combine. Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper.
Recipe of the Day|