Mint Couscous With Raisins and Almonds

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups water, boiling
• 8 mint herbal tea bags
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup couscous
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/4 cup slivered almond, toasted
• 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped

Directions

1. 1

   In a saucepan, add water and tea bags, steep for 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Remove tea bags; add olive oil, salt and combine until mixed.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, place couscous and cover with mint tea mixture.

4. 4

   Cover and let stand about 20 minutes.

5. 5

   Remove cover and fluff with a fork; add raisins, almonds and fresh mint. Toss well before serving.