Soy-Free Couscous with Vegetables
Bright, fresh, and completely soy-free, this Couscous with Vegetables recipe is the perfect balance of hearty grains and vibrant veggies. Fluffy couscous is infused with the rich flavor of vegetable broth and paired with a colorful medley of sautéed red bell peppers, zucchini, carrots, and cherry tomatoes. Aromatic garlic, lemon juice, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley bring a zesty, herbaceous kick to every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and healthy dish works beautifully as a light main course or a versatile side. Whether you serve it warm or at room temperature, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that’s vegan, easy to make, and packed with wholesome ingredients!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.5 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 small carrot, peeled and diced
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, remove the saucepan from heat, add the couscous, cover, and let it sit for 5 minutes until the couscous absorbs the liquid.
Fluff the couscous with a fork and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are just tender.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Stir in the fluffed couscous, ensuring it mixes well with the sautéed vegetables.
Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the couscous sit for a couple of minutes for the flavors to meld.
Garnish the couscous with the chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a delightful side or a light main dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.3 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2405 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.6 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.7 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.8 g | ||
| Protein | 20.5 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 294 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 2614 mg | 56% | |
*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.
