Ingredients

1 teaspoon olive oil

1 scallion, white and green parts separated and thinly sliced

Coarse salt and ground pepper

3/4 cup couscous

1/3 cup shelled pistachios, chopped

Preparation

In a medium saucepan with a lid, heat oil over medium. Add white part of scallion; season with salt and pepper, and cook until soft, 1 minute.

Add 1 cup water; bring to a boil. Add couscous, remove from heat, cover, and let stand for at least 5 minutes. Add pistachios and remaining scallion. Season with salt and pepper; fluff with a fork, and serve.