Couscous Salad with Spiced Turkey Mince
- 2 tbsp oil
- 2 chopped onion
- 350g turkey mince
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp each ground cinnamon and turmeric
- 100g chopped dried apricots
- 400ml veg stock
- For the Couscous
- 300g couscous
- 2 lemons, zest only
- 4 tbsp chopped mint leaves
- 50g chopped roasted cashews
- Fry the onions in the oil for 5 mins to soften, then stir in the mince and some seasoning and cook until browned. Stir in the spices, apricot and stock, then simmer for 15 mins.
- Meanwhile, add 450ml boiling water to the couscous and leave to stand for 10 mins or according to packet instructions. When ready, fluff with a fork and stir through the zest and mint leaves. Season to taste, then pile onto 4 plates and with the turkey mince and a scattering of nuts.
40 mins
4 serving