Ingredients:

• 240 ml couscous
• 0.1 g saffron threads, soaked in 30 ml warm water
• 240 ml boiling water
• 60 ml olive oil
• Juice from 1 lemon
• 60 ml fresh mint, chopped
• 60 ml fresh parsley, chopped
• 60 ml dried cranberries
• 60 ml sliced almonds
• Salt and pepper to taste

How to proceed:

1. Prepare the saffron: Start by soaking the saffron threads in 30 ml warm water for about 5 minutes to release colour and flavour.

2. Make couscous: Pour the couscous into a bowl. Add the soaked saffron threads with the liquid and 240 ml boiling water. Cover the bowl with a lid or cling film and leave for 5-10 minutes until the couscous has absorbed all the liquid.

3. Fluff the couscous: Use a fork to loosen the couscous and fluff it so that it becomes fluffy and doesn't clump together.

4. Mix the ingredients: Add olive oil, lemon juice, chopped mint, chopped parsley, dried cranberries and sliced almonds to the couscous. Stir everything together so that the ingredients are evenly distributed.

5. Add flavourSeason to taste with salt and pepper to your preference.

6. ServingThe couscous salad can be served immediately or chilled and served cold as a fresh and aromatic salad. It's perfect as an accompaniment to grilled dishes, fish or as a light lunch.

Enjoy!

Saffron has been known throughout history for its distinctive colour and unique flavour. The deep red threads have enriched countless dishes with their intense aroma and colour, and today saffron remains a sought-after ingredient in cuisines around the world.

Saffron's popularity is largely due to its unique ability to add depth and complexity to both sweet and savoury dishes. With just a small amount, typically around 30 mg, saffron can enhance the flavour of everything from rice dishes and soups to desserts. Saffron is known to be a luxurious ingredient and its special properties make it a favourite among chefs and food lovers.

The key substances in saffron, such as crocin and safranal, contribute not only to the flavour, but also to the intense golden colour that can transform even the simplest dishes into visually stunning creations. Using saffron in cooking not only provides a unique flavour experience, but also an aesthetic boost to the food.

So if you're looking to enhance your culinary creations, saffron is a great choice. Always choose High quality saffron to ensure the best flavour and colour in your dishes.