Know what’s really great about many of the Core grain foods on Weight Watchers? Can you say ready in 10 minutes? Take couscous–this delicious food is low glycemic index, and doesn’t need to be cooked on the stovetop. I actually NEVER bother to make it on the stovetop, I just pour boiling water over it, cover it, and fluff it. Here’s a really good recipe that’s core. The oil is optional, so if you’ve already used your oil for the day, skip it and substitute mustard.
INGREDIENTS:
1 cup whole wheat couscous
1/2 t. salt
2 cups boiling water
1/2 cup chopped mixed vegetables of choice (cucumber, red onion, tomato, carrot, etc)
Optional: diced mango, peach apple, etc.
DRESSING:
2 t. olive oil
2 t. lemon juice
1 t. red wine vinegar
10 leaves mint, oregano or basil (or all three! My opinion is that you can’t really overdo the herbs.)
2 cloves garlic
PROCEDURE:
Put the couscous in a bowl and sprinkle the salt over. Pour boiling water to cover and cover the bowl with a plate (or whatever you have laying around.)
Send the dressing ingredients for a whirl in the food processor or blender. If you are the kind of person who has 1 million years on your hands, you can chop the herbs and garlic yourself and then put the ingredients in a jar and shake violently. Your choice:)
After about 10 minutes, fluff the couscous with a fork, add the vegetables and fruit if using and toss with the dressing. Allow to sit for about 1/2 hour if you have the time, or refrigerate and let marinate. Taste and adjust for seasonings. Serve cold or room temperature.
