• Chop the mint and the parsley
• Trim and finely chop the spring onions
• Cut the cucmber in small cubes
• Dice the tomatoes (peel and discard the seeds first, if preferred).
• Squeeze the lemon juice

1. Cover the couscous with cold water and leave to soak for 30 minutes. Drain through a sieve, pressing out the excess water. Place in a bowl.

2. Add the spring onions, cucumber, tomatoes and raisins to the couscous with the chopped herbs and seasoning to taste.

3. Pour over the lemon juice and oil. Mix lightly together, if not eating immediately, cover and chill until required.