Roasted Vegetable Couscous
Roasted Vegetable Couscous is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings together the natural sweetness of roasted vegetables and the fluffy texture of couscous. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is quick to prepare and can be served warm or at room temperature, making it an excellent choice for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large red onion, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium zucchini, chopped
- 2 bell peppers (any color), chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup couscous
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the zucchini, bell peppers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and minced garlic with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until golden.
- In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add couscous, remove from heat, cover, and let sit for about 5 minutes.
- Fluff the couscous with a fork. Stir in roasted vegetables, chopped parsley, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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