Moroccan Spiced Pumpkin & Couscous Salad

Pumpkin is a versatile ingredient that is rich in antioxidants and vitamins. It adds a unique flavor and vibrant color to dishes, making it a popular choice in Moroccan cuisine.

This is vegan and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Moroccan Spiced Pumpkin & Couscous Salad

Cooking Method: Boiling, Roasting Cuisine: Moroccan Courses: Lunch, Salad, Vegan, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Pumpkin
• 200 gram Couscous
• 100 gram Red onion
• 200 gram Chickpeas
• 30 gram Fresh parsley
• 30 gram Fresh mint
• 2 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Cut the pumpkin into small cubes.
2. Toss the pumpkin cubes with olive oil, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.
3. Roast the pumpkin in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
4. Meanwhile, cook the couscous according to the package instructions.
5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked couscous, roasted pumpkin, chickpeas, finely chopped red onion, fresh parsley, fresh mint, lemon juice, and olive oil.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Let the salad rest for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
8. Serve the Moroccan Spiced Pumpkin & Couscous Salad as a side dish or a main course. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 10g

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.