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Roasted Vegetable Couscous Recipe

Roasted Vegetable Couscous Recipe

A delightful Roasted Vegetable Couscous Recipe, packed with flavors and perfect as a side dish or a light meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Side
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • saucepan
  • large bowl

Ingredients
  

Vegetables

  • 1 medium zucchini diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper diced
  • 1 red onion diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved

Grains & Broth

  • 1 cup couscous
  • 2 cups vegetable broth

Seasonings & Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the vegetables perfectly.
  • In a large bowl, combine the diced zucchini, red and yellow bell peppers, diced red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes.
  • Drizzle the olive oil over the vegetables, then sprinkle with garlic powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss everything well to coat the vegetables evenly with oil and seasoning.
  • Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast them in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the vegetables are tender and golden brown.
  • While the vegetables roast, bring the vegetable broth to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in the couscous, cover the pan, remove it from heat, and let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb the liquid. Then fluff the couscous with a fork.
  • Gently fold the roasted vegetables into the fluffy couscous, mixing well to combine all the flavors.
  • Garnish the couscous with freshly chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side for an added burst of freshness.

Notes

You can substitute vegetable broth with water for a lighter version, but broth adds more flavor. For extra protein, consider adding chickpeas or your favorite beans. To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free couscous or substitute with quinoa. Adjust seasoning and herbs to your taste preference for a personalized touch. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg
Keyword couscous, Healthy, recipe, roasted, Vegan, vegetable
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