Couscous with Orange and Pomegranate Dressing (Iranian)

Couscous is one of the easiest grains to make because you don't have to boil it. You just pour over boiling water.

200 grams couscous

200 ml boiling water

150 grams pomegranate seeds (seeds of a small pomegranate)

Handful of mint and coriander leaves, chopped

Juice of an orange

2 tablespoons white vinegar

2 tablespoons olive oil

• Place the couscous in a shallow bowl, then pour over 200 ml boiling water. Cover the bowl with cling film or a plate, then leave for 5 mins until the couscous has swelled up and absorbed all of the water. Stir with a fork to separate the grains, then add the pomegranate seeds and herbs. 
•  Make a dressing by mixing together the orange juice, white wine vinegar and olive oil, then stir into the couscous. Season well with salt and serve.