Moroccan Couscous and Chickpea Salad
By: Leah Rodrigues
Published: June 6, 2011

I was inspired by Meatless Monday to make this recipe.  For those of you who don't know, Meatless Monday is a movement that encourages people to consume less meat by eliminating it from your diet one day a week.  This reduction can lead to better health and a cleaner environment.  This salad is a light and healthy meal sure to satisfy you on your meat free day.
Moroccan Couscous and Chickpea Salad
1 1/2 cups couscous
	1 1/2 cups vegetable stock
	1 teaspoon salt
	Olive oil
	1 15-ounce can of chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and strained
	1 cup shelled and unsalted pistachio nuts
	1 small red pepper, diced 
	2-3 chopped green onions or scallions
	1 cup chopped parsley
	1 lemon
	Spice mix
	Salt to taste
	Spice Mix:
	1 teaspoon black pepper
	1/4 teaspoon cayenne
	1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
	1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
	1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
	1/2 teaspoon turmeric
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