Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Moroccan Chickpea Couscous, a dish that brings together fluffy couscous, tender chickpeas, and colorful vegetables, all infused with aromatic spices. Perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings, this dish is a heartwarming culinary adventure that tantalizes your taste buds and brightens your table.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup instant couscous
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced thinly
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp coriander
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the couscous by boiling vegetable broth in a saucepan. Add couscous, cover tightly, and remove from heat after stirring. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until fluffy.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Sauté chopped red onion until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add diced bell peppers and zucchini; cook until slightly softened but still crunchy (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and rinsed chickpeas; cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- Fluff the couscous with a fork and mix into the skillet with vegetables. Combine gently and let flavors meld for another couple of minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh herbs before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg