2 C. fresh orange juice, divided
1/2 C. water
1 tsp. salt
1 (10-oz.) package couscous (about 1 2/3 C.)
1/2 C. dried apricots, sliced
1/2 C. dried currants
2 T. red wine vinegar
1 C. chopped seeded cucumber
3/4 C. chopped green onions
1/2 C. coarsely chopped pistachios
1/4 C. chopped fresh mint
1/4 C. fresh lemon juice
2 T. extra virgin olive oil

Bring 1 1/2 C. orange juice, water, and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan; gradually stir in couscous. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Place couscous in a large bowl. Combine 1/2 C. orange juice, apricots, currants, and vinegar in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Remove from heat; let stand 15 minutes. Drain and discard cooking liquid. Add apricot mixture, cucumber, and remaining ingredients to couscous, tossing to combine.

Yield: 8 servings
Calories: 295
Fat: 7.4g
Fiber: 5g