If you’re like us, you’re forever looking for new and interesting ways to incorporate healthy and tasty herbs into your everyday cooking.

Today, the versatile couscous is getting an herbal makeover involving rose petals, dried fruit and a few other herbs. Keep reading to learn how to throw together an quick, easy and impressive side dish your family will love! ??

Rose & Dried Fruit Couscous

Ingredients

1 c couscous
1-1/4 c chicken or vegetable broth
1/4 c orange juice (fresh or canned is fine)
1/2 c minced fresh rose petals or 3 Tbsp dried (lightly crushed)
1/4 c toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds
1/3 c dried fruit - cherries, figs, apricots, or cranberries would be great choices
4 T fresh herbs, minced - lovage, basil, parsley, cilantro, chives, sage, etc
3 T olive oil
1 T lime juice

Instructions

In a small saucepan, combine the orange juice and broth; bring to a boil
Add couscous, mix well and allow to stand for 5-10 minutes, until liquid is absorbed
Fluff with a fork
Whisk together olive oil and lime juice; add herbs and mix well
Pour over couscous, and stir to combine
Add rose petals, nuts and dried fruit; toss gently