Couscous with herbs

Ingredients

• 250 g Couscous, dry
• 200 g Cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 1/2 bunch Fresh mint, chopped
• 5 pcs Basil, fresh, chopped
• 1/2 bunch Parsley, fresh, chopped
• 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
• 500 ml Water
• 1 tsp Balsamic vinegar
• 2 pinch Sea salt flakes
• 1 pinch Pepper, black ground

Method

1. In a large bowl, combine the tomato halves, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and the minced garlic.
2. Toss well and set aside for about 20 minutes.
3. While that marinates, bring the water to a boil.
4. Place the couscous in a shallow bowl.
5. Pour over the boiling water.
6. Cover the bowl with cling film.
7. Leave for 5 mins until the couscous has swelled up and absorbed all of the water.
8. Ruffle with a fork to separate the grains.
9. Add the chopped mint and parsley.
10. Toss couscous with the tomato mixture.
11. Add the basil leaves.