From an old clipping, where it was called Salat Tangiers
1 1/2 cups dry couscous
(pinch of saffron)
1 ¼ cups boiling water
½ tsp. salt
1 cup diced carrots
1 lg. green pepper, diced
1 cup cut green beans
1/3 cup chopped red onion
1/3 cup currants
½ cup slivered almonds
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup lemon juice
¼ tsp. cinnamon, a little salt
3 Tbs. orange juice
4 Tbs. chopped parsley
1 Tbs. fresh mint
Cover couscous and saffron with boiling water. Let sit for 10 to 15 min. Makes a dry, fluffy couscous. Steam carrots, peppers and beans until barely tender. Add all. Whisk dressing and combine.