Moroccan Couscous

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Morocco with this flavorful Moroccan Couscous recipe, a celebration of warm spices, hearty vegetables, and wholesome ingredients. Fluffy couscous serves as the perfect base for a rich medley of tender carrots, zucchini, and chickpeas, simmered in a fragrant broth infused with cumin, cinnamon, turmeric, and paprika. Sweet bursts of raisins and the crunch of toasted almonds add layers of texture, while fresh parsley provides a bright finishing touch. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is not only quick and easy but also a nutritious vegetarian option perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Serve this one-pot wonder hot and let the irresistible aroma and comforting flavors bring a Moroccan twist to your dining table!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 25 min
• Total Time: 40 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

17 items

• 1.5 cups couscous
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
• 1 medium zucchini, chopped
• 15 ounces chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 0.5 cup raisins
• 0.25 cup almonds, toasted and sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

2. Add the chopped carrots and zucchini to the pan and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. Stir in the tomato paste, ground cumin, cinnamon, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

5. While the vegetables are cooking, prepare the couscous. In a medium saucepan, bring 1.5 cups of water to a boil. Stir in 1 tablespoon of olive oil and a pinch of salt.

6. Remove the boiling water from the heat, add the couscous, and cover the pan. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

7. Once the vegetables are tender, stir in the chickpeas and raisins, allowing them to heat through for 2-3 minutes.

8. To serve, spoon the couscous onto a large serving platter. Pour the vegetable mixture over the couscous.

9. Garnish with toasted almonds and fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy your Moroccan Couscous!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (513.5g)

Calories		552
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		18.5 g	24%
	Saturated Fat	2.6 g	13%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.5 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		1409 mg	61%
Total Carbohydrate		82.7 g	30%
	Dietary Fiber	15.9 g	57%
	Total Sugars	26.2 g
Protein		19.0 g	38%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		160 mg	12%
Iron		6.2 mg	34%
Potassium		1270 mg	27%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 670 cal (29.1%%)

Protein: 305 cal (13.3%%)

Carbs: 1326 cal (57.6%%)