Citrus Curried Couscous with Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients

• 0.1 teaspoon pepper black
• 1 pound brussels sprouts trimmed
• 0.3 cup carrots shredded finely
• 1 cup couscous uncooked
• 2 teaspoons curry powder 
• 0.3 cup less-sodium chicken broth fat-free
• 0.3 cup golden raisins 
• 0.3 cup juice of lemon 
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 
• 0.3 cup orange juice fresh
• 3 tablespoons pinenuts toasted
• 0.3 teaspoon salt 
• 1.5 cups water 

Equipment

• bowl
• sauce pan
• whisk

Directions

1. To prepare dressing, combine first 7 ingredients in a large bowl, and stir well with a whisk.
2. Steam Brussels sprouts, covered, 8 minutes or until tender.
3. Drain and dice.
4. Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan; gradually stir in couscous.
5. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
6. Add Brussels sprouts, couscous, carrot, raisins, and pine nuts to dressing; toss well.