Whole30 Vegetable Couscous
Elevate your meals with this vibrant and nutritious Whole30 Vegetable Couscous, a grain-free twist on a classic dish that's perfect for clean eating! This wholesome recipe uses cauliflower rice as a light and fluffy base, paired with fresh, colorful vegetables like red bell pepper, grated carrot, zucchini, and red onion for a medley of textures and flavors. Enhanced with the zing of lemon juice, fragrant garlic, and a refreshing blend of parsley and mint, this dish is quick to prepare—ready in just 25 minutes—and works beautifully as a side or a standalone meal. Packed with nutrients and free from grains, this recipe is ideal for Whole30, paleo, or low-carb lifestyles. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this irresistible vegetable couscous is sure to brighten up your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head Cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium, diced Red bell pepper
- 1 large, grated Carrot
- 1 medium, diced Zucchini
- 1 small, finely chopped Red onion
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 0.25 cup, chopped Parsley
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh mint
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Cut the cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor until it resembles fluffy couscous granules. Work in batches, if necessary, to avoid overcrowding the processor.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Add the diced red bell pepper, grated carrot, diced zucchini, and finely chopped red onion to the skillet. Sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Add the cauliflower rice to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently. The cauliflower should be heated through but not mushy.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped parsley, mint, and lemon juice.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and mix well to combine.
Serve warm, or let cool and serve at room temperature for a refreshing dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
668 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.1 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4322 mg | 188% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.8 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.8 g | 99% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.8 g | ||
| Protein | 23.1 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 398 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 3820 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.
