Quick Moroccan Chickpea and Vegetable Couscous

Couscous is a staple food in many North African countries and is traditionally prepared by steaming it in a special pot called a couscoussier.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 17.

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Quick Moroccan Chickpea and Vegetable Couscous

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Moroccan Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Couscous
• 1 can Chickpeas
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 1 small Red onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, pour boiling water over couscous and let it sit for 10 minutes.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, bell pepper, and zucchini. Sauté for 5 minutes.
3. Add ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper to the skillet. Stir well.
4. Add chickpeas, vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Fluff the couscous with a fork and add it to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
6. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
7. Drizzle lemon juice over the couscous and garnish with fresh cilantro.
8. 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.