Couscous with Vegetables

Couscous with Vegetables is a vibrant and nutritious Lebanese dish, featuring fluffy couscous paired with a medley of colorful vegetables and aromatic spices. This healthy meal is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavor and texture, making it perfect for a wholesome dinner.

Ingredients

• Couscous - 150 grams
• Vegetable broth - 300 milliliters
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Spinach - 100 grams, fresh
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
2. Once boiling, add the couscous, stir, and remove from heat. Cover and let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb the liquid.
3. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot to the skillet. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach, cooking until the spinach has wilted, about 2 minutes.
6. Season the vegetable mixture with cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
7. Fluff the couscous with a fork and add it to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss everything together to combine.
8. Drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 330
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 53 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 480 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Low in calories, making it suitable for weight management.

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