Grilled Artichoke, Red Pepper and Giant Couscous Salad

Ingredients

15 ml (1 Tbsp) olive oil
100 ml (1/3 cup) onion, chopped
2 ml (1/4 tsp) ground cumin
200 ml (3/4 cup) giant couscous
250 ml (1 cup) vegetable or chicken stock
1 celery stalk, chopped
1 jar M’Lord grilled peppers, rinsed, drained and sliced
1 jar M’Lord grilled artichokes, rinsed, drained and cut in quarters
5 ml (1 tsp) lemon zest
30 ml (1 1/2 Tbsp) lemon juice
2 green onions, chopped
200 ml (3/4 cup) small roquette, mint or parsley leaves, chopped
Salt and pepper

Directions

1. Soak couscous in boiling water for 15 minutes. Drain.

2. In a pot sweat (sauté over low heat) the onions in olive oil.

3. Add cumin and couscous. Mix well and add stock.

4. Bring to a simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes over low heat.

5. Drain couscous and allow to cool.

6. In a bowl, mix the celery, grilled peppers, grilled artichokes, green onions, lemon zest and lemon juice.

7. Add the couscous and fresh herbs.

8. Season to taste and serve.

Note: To transform this salad into an irresistible vegetarian dish simply add toasted almonds.