Pork over Couscous with Pistachio-Lemon Vinaigrette

INGREDIENTS

1/4 cup

extra-virgin olive oil, divided

2 tbsp

pistachios, finely ground

2 tbsp

grated fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

1 1/2 tbsp

fresh lemon juice

1 tbsp

white balsamic vinegar

2 tsp

maple syrup

2 tsp

Dijon mustard

2 tsp

minced garlic, divided

3/4 tsp

salt, divided

1 1/2 cups

water

1 cup

uncooked couscous

boneless center-cut loin pork chops (about 1/2 inch thick)

1/4 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

1 pint

grape tomatoes

3 tbsp

chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley