Cherry Almond Breakfast Couscous

A fluffy bowl of couscous gets a sweet breakfast twist with cherries, slivered almonds, and a splash of almond milk. Light, nutty, and ready in minutes.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup dry couscous
  
• 1/2 cup hot water or almond milk
  
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  
• 1/2 cup fresh or thawed frozen cherries, pitted and chopped
  
• 2 tbsp sliced almonds
  
• 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  
• Pinch of cinnamon
  

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix couscous, vanilla, and hot liquid. Cover and let sit 5 minutes.
   
2. Fluff with a fork and stir in cherries, almonds, syrup, and cinnamon.
   
3. Serve warm or chilled.

Suggested Pairing:

Perfect with a cold almond milk latte or iced matcha.