Description
Mediterranean Roasted Vegetable Couscous is a vibrant and wholesome dish that brings together the delicious flavors of roasted seasonal vegetables and fluffy couscous. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe features a colorful medley of veggies tossed with aromatic spices and drizzled with olive oil, creating a nutritious meal that’s as satisfying as it is easy to prepare. Enjoy it warm as a main course, or chill it for a refreshing side salad at your next picnic. It’s customizable to your preferences, making it an ideal addition to any meal plan.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.25 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium red onion, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine zucchini, bell pepper, red onion, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil and season with oregano, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Spread vegetables on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- Meanwhile, bring vegetable broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in couscous, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Combine roasted vegetables with couscous and sliced olives; toss gently.
- Serve warm or chilled as preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg