Valley Fig Growers
Fig & Pistachio Couscous
Makes about 7 cups (7 servings)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 box (10 oz.) couscous
- 1 1/2 cups (about 6 oz.) Blue Ribbon Orchard Choice or Sun-Maid Calimyrna or Mission Figs, thinly sliced
- 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
Directions
- Combine 2 1/4 cups water, oil and salt in medium saucepan; bring to boil. Remove from heat; stir in couscous, figs, and spices. Cover; let stand until water is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and fluff with fork. Cool completely. Stir in nuts, green onions and basil.
Nutrition Information
amount per serving
- Calories 297
- % Calories from Fat 11%
- Fat 7
- Cholesterol 0
- Protein 8
- Carbohydrates 50
- Fiber 6
- Iron 2
- Sodium 337
- Calcium 64
- Potassium 312
