Beet, Spinach and Goat Cheese Couscous

"Easy and healthy take to work lunch."
 
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Ready In:
10mins
Ingredients:
10
Yields:
2 lunches
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ingredients

  • 1 large orange, zest and juice
  • 5 ounces couscous
  • 1 ounce walnuts, chopped (optional)
  • 3 ounces firm goat cheese, crumbled
  • 6 dried apricots, chopped
  • 4 small beets, cooked, quartered
  • 2 ounces spinach leaves
  • salt and pepper
  • For the dressing

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 12 lemon, juice
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directions

  • Put the orange zest, juice and 7tbs water in a small pan and bring to the boil,.
  • Place the couscous in a medium bowl and pour the hot liquid over it. Mix well, then cover and leave to absorb for 5 minutes.
  • Fluff up the grains with a fork, then add the walnuts, cheese, apricots, beets and seasoning.
  • Mix the oil and lemon juice (or use your favourite bought vinaigrette) then toss well.
  • Pack into sealed containers with the spinach sat on top so it does not go soggy.
  • When ready to eat, toss spinach through the rest of the salad.

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I live in Manchester, UK with my fiance and young son. I work at the local hospital in pediatrics and love my job. I also love cooking!! I have a sweet tooth but try and make healthy family meals, I'm not against some lovely treats now and then though :)
 
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