Ingredients:
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 ½ cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Start by preparing the couscous. In a medium-sized bowl, pour the couscous and vegetable broth. Cover it with a lid or plastic wrap and let it sit for about 5 minutes, allowing the couscous to absorb the liquid.
2. While the couscous is resting, heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan, sautéing until they become translucent.
4. Next, add the diced carrot, zucchini, red bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes to the pan. Stir everything together and cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet still slightly crisp.
5. Sprinkle the ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper over the vegetables. Stir to ensure all the vegetables are coated with the spices.
6. After the couscous has absorbed the liquid, fluff it with a fork to separate the grains. Add the fluffed couscous to the pan with the cooked vegetables.
7. Stir everything together gently, ensuring the couscous gets evenly mixed with the vegetables and spices. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
8. Once the couscous and vegetables are well combined, remove the pan from heat.
9. Serve the vegetable couscous in bowls, garnishing with fresh chopped parsley for a burst of freshness.
With just a few simple steps, you can enjoy a hearty and nutritious vegetable couscous dish. This recipe is not only packed with flavors but also provides a balanced mix of vegetables, making it a perfect addition to your weeknight meals or weekend gatherings.
So, why not give this delicious vegetable couscous recipe a try? Your taste buds will thank you!