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Moroccan Couscous with Roast Vegetables

Delight in the flavorful harmony of Moroccan Couscous with Roast Vegetables, a nourishing and vibrant dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Couscous
  • 1 cup Couscous cooks in 5 minutes
  • 1 cup Vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil infused oils can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to personal preference
For the Roast Vegetables
  • 2 cups Bell peppers a mix of colors
  • 1 cup Zucchini can substitute with eggplant
  • 1 medium Red onion can use yellow or white
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes or seasonal tomatoes
  • 4 cloves Garlic whole cloves for gentler flavor
For Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin or coriander for variation
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon a pinch goes a long way
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika for added flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • large bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wash and chop the bell peppers, zucchini, red onion, and cherry tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Add whole garlic cloves.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with cumin, cinnamon, and paprika, then toss until fully coated.
  4. Spread the vegetables on the baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  5. While the vegetables roast, bring vegetable broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in the couscous and salt, then remove from heat.
  6. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes to allow the couscous to absorb the broth.
  7. Fluff the couscous with a fork and adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Gently mix roasted vegetables into the fluffy couscous and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep, offering delicious leftovers throughout the week.

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