Toasted Whole-Wheat Couscous with Basil and Sunflower Seeds

• 13 cup whole-wheat couscous
• 2 tsp. canola oil
• 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
• 1 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil
• Pinch cinnamon
• 2 Tbs. dry-roasted, unsalted sunflower seeds
• 2 Tbs. crumbled feta cheese, optional

1. Heat skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add couscous, and toast 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Transfer to plate.
4. Heat oil in same skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Add green onions, and saute 2 minutes.
6. Stir in bell pepper, basil, and cinnamon, and saute 2 minutes, or until basil is wilted.
7. Add 3/4 cup water, and bring to a boil.
8. Add couscous, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 5 minutes, or until water is absorbed.
9. Transfer to plate, and top with sunflower seeds and feta, if using.

couscous, canola oil, green onions, red bell pepper, fresh basil, cinnamon, feta cheese

Taken from www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/toasted-whole-wheat-couscous-with-basil-and-sunflower-seeds/ (may not work)