Couscous with Vegetables
Bright, colorful, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Couscous with Vegetables recipe is the perfect harmony of fluffy couscous and vibrant sautéed veggies. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy dish combines tender zucchini, sweet red bell peppers, earthy carrots, and juicy cherry tomatoes with the tangy zest of lemon juice and the herbal freshness of parsley. Master the art of layering textures and tastes while keeping it healthy with this nutrient-packed meal, ideal as a light main course or versatile side dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, this vegetarian couscous recipe is a wholesome way to enjoy Mediterranean-inspired flavors in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.5 cup water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 1.5 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Stir the couscous into the boiling water, remove from heat, cover, and let it stand for 5 minutes.
Fluff the couscous with a fork and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot. Sauté the vegetables for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender.
Mix in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes to soften them slightly.
Add the cooked couscous to the vegetable mixture and stir well to combine.
Pour in the lemon juice, sprinkle the black pepper, and toss everything together.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley to finish.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
607 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.2 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2774 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.9 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 14.0 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 273 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1943 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
