Description
This Roasted Vegetable Couscous recipe is a vibrant, healthy, and flavorful dish combining perfectly roasted seasonal vegetables with fluffy couscous. It’s an easy-to-make meal full of aromatic herbs and fresh ingredients, ideal for a quick family dinner or a light lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Couscous and Broth
- 1 cup couscous
- 2 cups vegetable broth
Vegetables
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 red onion, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Seasonings and Garnish
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the vegetables.
- Prepare Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the diced zucchini, red and yellow bell peppers, red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes, ensuring all vegetables are evenly cut for uniform roasting.
- Season Vegetables: Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the mixed vegetables. Sprinkle garlic powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, along with salt and pepper to taste. Toss everything well so each piece is coated evenly with oil and seasonings.
- Roast Vegetables: Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet. Place in the preheated oven and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through to promote even cooking until the vegetables are tender and golden brown.
- Cook Couscous: While vegetables roast, bring 2 cups vegetable broth to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from heat, stir in 1 cup couscous, cover tightly, and let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb the liquid. Then fluff the couscous with a fork to separate grains.
- Combine Couscous and Vegetables: Gently fold the roasted vegetables into the fluffy couscous, mixing carefully to maintain a light texture.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the couscous with freshly chopped parsley and serve alongside lemon wedges for squeezing over the dish, enhancing brightness and flavor.
Notes
- Feel free to swap or add other vegetables such as eggplant or carrots based on preference and seasonality.
- To add a protein boost, consider mixing in chickpeas or grilled chicken.
- Adjust seasoning according to your taste, adding more herbs or a pinch of chili flakes for heat.
- For a nuttier flavor, toast the couscous lightly before cooking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
