Couscous Provençal

Couscous Provençal is a vibrant, aromatic dish that beautifully combines the flavors of Mediterranean vegetables and herbs with fluffy couscous. This vegetarian main dish is not only satisfying but also a celebration of fresh ingredients and rustic French cooking.

Ingredients

• Couscous - 150 grams
• Vegetable broth - 300 ml
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Red onion - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh basil - 10 grams, chopped
• Fresh thyme - 5 grams, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
2. Add the couscous to the boiling broth, stir, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and garlic, sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the diced zucchini and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
6. Fluff the couscous with a fork and add it to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Mix well to combine.
7. Season with salt, black pepper, fresh basil, and thyme. Stir again and cook for 2 more minutes to let the flavors meld.
8. Serve hot, garnished with extra herbs if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 58 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber which promotes digestive health.
• High in vitamins and antioxidants from the vegetables.

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