Cuscus Bil Khodar (Vegetable Couscous)

Cuscus Bil Khodar is a traditional Moroccan dish that is often enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 18.

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Cuscus Bil Khodar (Vegetable Couscous)

Cooking Method: Steaming, Stir-frying Cuisine: Moroccan Courses: Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Couscous
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 medium Zucchini
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 1 can Chickpeas
• ¹⁄₂ cup Raisins
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 chopped Fresh parsley
• 2 chopped Fresh mint

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine couscous and vegetable broth. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
3. Add carrots, zucchini, bell pepper, and tomatoes. Cook for 5 minutes.
4. Add chickpeas, raisins, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
5. Add the couscous mixture to the pot. Stir to combine.
6. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
8. Fluff the couscous with a fork. Stir in fresh parsley and mint.
9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 8g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.