Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup dry Israeli couscous
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 teaspoons coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta
  • 1/3 cup sliced almonds
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • a few serious turns of fresh ground pepper

Method

  • Add couscous, stock, cumin, coriander, and ginger to a small pot. Cover and simmer over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring sometimes, until the liquid is all evaporated and the couscous is soft.
  • In a large bowl, mix couscous, carrots, chickpeas, garlic, feta, and almonds. Toss with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.