Couscous with Honeyed Almonds and Lemon

Try this side dish with a Mediterranean style marinated chicken.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 195 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 cups water
• salt to taste
• ¼ cup blanched slivered almonds
• 1 (8.8 ounce) package Israeli couscous

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Toast almonds in a skillet over medium heat until the nuts just began to brown. Stir in the honey making sure to coat the nuts. Spread the mixture on tin foil to cool; when the almonds have cooled completely break into small pieces.

Step 2

Bring water to a boil in a 2 quart or larger sauce pan and stir in the couscous. Cover the pot and and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until all the liquid has been absorbed. Remove from heat and stir in the almonds, lemon zest, and salt.