Description
Roasted Veggie Couscous is a colorful and flavorful side dish that combines perfectly roasted vegetables with fluffy couscous. Each bite offers a delightful medley of textures and tastes, making it an ideal accompaniment for festive occasions like Eid or Mother’s Day. This dish is not only visually appealing but also customizable, allowing you to incorporate seasonal veggies and spices. Easy to prepare, it’s sure to impress your family and friends while adding warmth and joy to any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup large-grain couscous
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the zucchini, bell pepper, and carrots in olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well coated.
- Spread the seasoned veggies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- While the veggies roast, bring water to a boil in a saucepan; add couscous with a pinch of salt. Cover and let it sit for about 5 minutes until the water is absorbed.
- Fluff the couscous with a fork and mix in the roasted veggies. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg