Easy & Delicious Couscous with Vegetables: A Flavorful Meal Recipe

Name: Easy & Delicious Couscous with Vegetables: A Flavorful Meal Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 cups Medium Couscous (prepared according to package instructions); 3 tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 medium Onion (chopped); 2 medium Carrots (peeled and sliced); 2 medium Zucchini (sliced into rounds); 1 can Chickpeas (drained and rinsed); 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste; 1 teaspoon Turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon Cumin; 1 teaspoon Salt (or to taste); 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (or to taste); 3 cups Water or Vegetable Broth; 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro or Parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Discover how to make a truly delicious and wholesome couscous dish, packed with fresh vegetables and aromatic spices. This easy-to-follow recipe brings the flavors of the Mediterranean straight to your kitchen. Perfect for a family meal or a festive gathering.

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Delicious Couscous with Vegetable Stew

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

30m

Cook Time

45m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Mediterranean

Hebrew

Nutrition (per serving)

400

Calories

15g

Protein

60g

Carbs

12g

Fat

Close-up of Fluffy Couscous and Vegetables

Ingredients

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Served Plate of Couscous

Instructions

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Prepare the couscous according to package instructions. Usually, this involves adding hot water or broth, covering, and letting it sit for 5-10 minutes, then fluffing with a fork. Set aside.
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Prepare the couscous according to package instructions. Usually, this involves adding hot water or broth, covering, and letting it sit for 5-10 minutes, then fluffing with a fork. Set aside.
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For extra flavor, cook couscous with vegetable broth instead of water.
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In a large pot or deep pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
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In a large pot or deep pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Don't rush the onion, proper caramelization adds depth of flavor.

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Add the sliced carrots and zucchini to the pot. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften slightly.
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Add the sliced carrots and zucchini to the pot. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften slightly.
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Cut vegetables uniformly for even cooking.
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Stir in the chickpeas, tomato paste, turmeric, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, allowing the spices to become fragrant.
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Stir in the chickpeas, tomato paste, turmeric, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, allowing the spices to become fragrant.
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Toast the tomato paste slightly to deepen its flavor.
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Pour in the water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
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Pour in the water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
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Ensure the liquid covers the vegetables for even cooking.

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Once the vegetables are cooked, taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the vegetable stew over the prepared couscous. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.
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Once the vegetables are cooked, taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the vegetable stew over the prepared couscous. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.
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Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.