Couscous With Plums, Goat Cheese, And Fresh Mint

Total Time: 25 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 cup whole wheat couscous
• 3 ripe plums, chopped
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• 2 ounces aged goat cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 3 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Recipe

• 1 1. bring the water to a boil in a medium saucepan. add the couscous, stir, and turn off the heat. cover the saucepan, and let the couscous rest for 10 minutes.
• 2 2. fluff the couscous with a fork, and transfer it to a medium bowl. when it's cool, add the plums, scallions, cheese, and mint.
• 3 3. whisk the honey and vinegar in a small bowl until the honey has dissolved. pour the mixture over the couscous, and gently toss. season with salt and pepper to taste.