Black Bean and Couscous Salad with Jalapeño-Lemon Dressing

Ingredients

• 0.7 cup black beans canned rinsed drained
• 0.7 cup couscous uncooked
• 0.8 teaspoon cilantro leaves fresh chopped
• 1  garlic clove minced
• 0.5 cup green onions finely chopped
• 1  jalapeno minced
• 3 tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
• 1 teaspoon lemon rind grated
• 1.5 tablespoons olive oil 
• 0.8 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

• bowl
• baking sheet

Directions

1. Prepare couscous according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
2. Spread couscous on a baking sheet in a thin layer; let stand 5 to 10 minutes or until completely cooled.
3. Meanwhile, combine lemon rind and next 6 ingredients in a small bowl; set aside
4. Combine couscous, beans, and onion in a large bowl.
5. Add reserved lemon mixture and toss gently.