Whole30 Couscous with Vegetables
Elevate your clean-eating game with this flavorful Whole30 Couscous with Vegetables—a grain-free twist on a beloved classic! This recipe swaps traditional couscous for riced cauliflower, creating a light yet satisfying base that pairs beautifully with the vibrant medley of sautéed red bell pepper, zucchini, carrot, and red onion. Seasoned with zesty lemon, fresh parsley, and a touch of garlic, every bite is bursting with wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Toasted pine nuts provide a delightful crunch, making this dish as texturally exciting as it is nourishing. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and nutritious recipe is perfect as a stand-alone Whole30-compliant main or a versatile veggie-packed side dish. Ideal for clean-eating enthusiasts, this low-carb, gluten-free, and dairy-free recipe will become a go-to in your healthy meal rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
- 1 medium, diced zucchini
- 1 medium, grated carrot
- 1 small, diced red onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 zested and juiced lemon
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons, toasted pine nuts
Instructions
Cut the cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor until the texture resembles couscous. Avoid over-processing as it can turn into a paste.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
Add the diced red onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and stir in the cauliflower 'couscous'. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the cauliflower is tender but not mushy.
Season the mixture with salt and ground black pepper. Stir in the lemon zest and juice for a fresh burst of flavor.
Remove from heat and mix in chopped fresh parsley and toasted pine nuts.
Serve warm as a versatile side or as a light main dish on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
784 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.5 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5497 mg | 239% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.0 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.8 g | 99% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.7 g | ||
| Protein | 24.9 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 324 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 3825 mg | 81% | |
*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.
