Ingredients for Couscous with Cranberries and Almonds

• 1 cup couscous

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 2 scallions, sliced

• Kosher salt and black pepper

• 1/4cup dried cranberries

• 1/4 cup chopped roasted almonds

• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Method

1. Heat the oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the scallions and cook, stirring often, until softened, 1 to 2 minutes.

2. Add 1 cup water and bring to a boil.

3. Stir in the couscous, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Cover, remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes.

4. Fold in the cranberries, almonds, and lemon juice.

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