Vegetarian Couscous with Winter Vegetables
A cozy, hearty dish perfect for winter that combines couscous with vibrant winter vegetables, creating a warm and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup mixed winter vegetables (like carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro) for garnish
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by gathering and chopping the veggies.
- Sauté the chopped onion in olive oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and mixed winter vegetables, sautéing for 5-7 minutes until slightly tender.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add the couscous and a pinch of salt, then cover and remove from heat for 5-7 minutes.
- Fluff the couscous with a fork after it absorbs the broth.
- Season to taste with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
This dish is versatile; you can add various vegetables, nuts, or spices based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: couscous, vegetarian, winter vegetables, easy recipe, healthy meal