Swiss Chard with Chickpeas and Couscous
Brighten up your dinner table with this hearty and wholesome recipe for Swiss Chard with Chickpeas and Couscous, a nutrient-packed dish that's as flavorful as it is nourishing. Featuring tender couscous infused with savory vegetable broth, sautéed Swiss chard, and protein-rich chickpeas, this recipe is seasoned with warm spices like cumin and paprika for a satisfying Mediterranean-inspired flavor profile. A splash of fresh lemon juice adds a zesty finish, while optional parsley garnishes elevate the dish with vibrant color and freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this one-pan wonder is a perfect weeknight meal idea for vegetarians and anyone seeking a quick, healthy, and delicious plant-based dinner. Serve it as a main course or a side dish, and enjoy a meal that’s as balanced as it is beautiful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Couscous
- 1.25 cups Vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 1 Red onion
- 1 bunch Swiss chard
- 1.5 cups Chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat, add the couscous, and cover with a lid. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and set aside.
While the couscous cooks, prepare the vegetables: mince the garlic, dice the red onion, and chop the Swiss chard (separating the stems from the leaves).
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and red onion, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
Add the chopped Swiss chard stems to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the Swiss chard leaves, chickpeas, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chard is wilted and tender.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
Serve the Swiss chard and chickpea mixture over the cooked couscous. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Enjoy your delicious and wholesome dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1092 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.6 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3213 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.6 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.7 g | 113% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 38.9 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 382 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 2612 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.
