Couscous with Apricots and Toasted Almonds

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 small diced onion
• 1/3 cup dried apricots, coarsely chopped
• 1/3 cup slivered, toasted almonds 
• 1 cup dry couscous
• 1 1/2 cups warm chicken stock
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 scallions green parts only
• 1/4 cup each fresh mint leaves and cilantro, roughly chopped
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large saute pan add the extra-virgin olive oil and saute the onion and apricots over medium heat until the onions are translucent and the apricots are soft. 
2. Add the couscous and stir slightly to toast.
3. Add the warm chicken broth. Stir with a fork to combine, add lemon zest and cover. Let sit for 10 minutes, then uncover and add the scallions, mint, and cilantro, and toasted almonds.
4. Fluff again with a fork. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.