Citrusy Pecan Garbanzo Couscous: A Salad For Cold Weather

Ingredients

• 1 ounce garbanzo beans drained canned
• 2 tablespoons currants dried
• 2 tablespoons currants dried
• 2  spring onion chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
• 1 cup regular couscous whole wheat
• 1  orange juice 
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 
• 2 servings parsley 
• 0.3 cup pecans toasted chopped
• 1 piece bell pepper red
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar 
• 2 servings salt and pepper to taste
• 0.1 teaspoon paprika smoked

Equipment

• bowl
• mixing bowl

Directions

1. Prepare couscous according to package instructions. Meanwhile combine all remaining ingredients in a medium mixing bowl.
2. Drain couscous and add to bowl while still hot. Thoroughly mix all ingredients. Taste and adjust seasonings.
3. Serve warm.