Beet, Spinach and Goat Cheese Couscous

Ingredients

• 1 large orange, zest and juice
• 5 ounces couscous
• 1 ounce walnuts, chopped (optional)
• 3 ounces firm goat cheese, crumbled
• 6 dried apricots, chopped
• 4 small beets, cooked, quartered
• 2 ounces spinach leaves
• salt and pepper

For the dressing

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 lemon, juice

Directions

1. 1

   Put the orange zest, juice and 7tbs water in a small pan and bring to the boil,.

2. 2

   Place the couscous in a medium bowl and pour the hot liquid over it. Mix well, then cover and leave to absorb for 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Fluff up the grains with a fork, then add the walnuts, cheese, apricots, beets and seasoning.

4. 4

   Mix the oil and lemon juice (or use your favourite bought vinaigrette) then toss well.

5. 5

   Pack into sealed containers with the spinach sat on top so it does not go soggy.

6. 6

   When ready to eat, toss spinach through the rest of the salad.