Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup whole wheat couscous, uncooked
1 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen corn kernels or 1 cup fresh corn kernels
1/2 cup red onions, chopped
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 small jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced (optional)
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons garlic-flavored olive oil
Directions:
In medium saucepan, combine water, cumin, and salt. Bring to boil.
Add in couscous. Stir. Return to a boil. Remove from heat, cover, and allow to stand for 5-10 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
Transfer to medium bowl. Fluff with fork and allow to cool to room temperature.
Fold into the couscous: the beans, corn, onion, cilantro, and jalapeno (if using).
Add in the lime juice and oil. Test for seasoning, adding salt, pepper, and additional lime juice as desired.
Servings: 4-6
Time preparation: 10 min.
Time total: 40 min.