Minted Couscous with Roasted Vegetables
Brighten up your table with this Minted Couscous with Roasted Vegetables—an irresistible medley of fluffy, herb-infused couscous paired with caramelized zucchini, vibrant bell peppers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and red onion. This recipe showcases the flavors of smoky paprika, earthy cumin, and a refreshing burst of fresh mint and lemon juice. Perfect as a versatile side dish or a light, plant-based main course, this dish comes together in just 40 minutes with minimal fuss. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a colorful, nutrient-packed meal that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Keywords: minted couscous, roasted vegetables, healthy side dish, plant-based recipe, quick couscous recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup vegetable stock
- 1 medium zucchini
- 2 medium bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange)
- 1 medium red onion
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Chop the zucchini, bell peppers, and red onion into bite-sized pieces. Place them on the baking sheet along with the cherry tomatoes.
Drizzle the vegetables with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and sprinkle with the cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
While the vegetables are roasting, prepare the couscous. In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable stock to a boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat, add the couscous, and cover with a lid. Let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb the liquid, then fluff with a fork.
Chop the fresh mint leaves finely, and add them to the fluffed couscous. Stir in the lemon juice for a fresh, zesty flavor.
Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven and let them cool slightly. Gently mix them into the couscous.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish or light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
801 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.5 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3937 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.8 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.9 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.9 g | ||
| Protein | 21.3 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 358 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2514 mg | 53% | |
*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.
