Summer Couscous Salad

_{For the Salad:}

• 3 cups water
• 1 tsp each turmeric, salt and harissa
• 2 tbsp pesto ( try some fresh coriander pesto if you like)
• 2 cups instant couscous

Place the water, turmeric, salt, harissa and pesto in a pot. Bring to the boil and add the couscous. Remove from the heat and stir. Cover to steam for 8-10 minutes.

_{For the Garnish:}

• 1-2 cups fresh grapes
• 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
• 2 spring onions, finely chopped
• 1 cup almonds, toasted
• 1 cup dates or figs, finely chopped
• juice of 1 orange
• 1 cup cooked chickpeas
• 2-3 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped

Add all the garnishes to the couscous and toss ina large bowl. Serve on a large platter with some lemon wedges and toasted pita bread.

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