Couscous with olives and pine nuts

recipe

• Step 1
  Add the couscous to a bowl. Pour ⅓ cup of boiling water (per portion) on top of the couscous. Cover and allow to fluff for 5 minutes.
• Step 2
  Toast the pine nuts in a frying pan on high heat until they turn golden brown. Stir frequently to avoid burning!
• Step 3
  Remove the olive pits (if they aren't already pitted) and cut into slices.
• Step 4
  To make the dressing, mix together the lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil (per portion), salt & pepper in a small bowl.
• Step 5
  Fluff the couscous using a fork. Add it into a large bowl with the olives, toasted pine nuts, cilantro & some lemon zest for an extra lemony flavor (optional)* Toss with the dressing. Enjoy ! *Check out our tips for this step