Spiced Butternut Squash Stew W/ Couscous

Butternut squash is a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and potassium. It is also rich in antioxidants and may have anti-inflammatory effects.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Spiced Butternut Squash Stew W/ Couscous

Cooking Method: Roasting, Simmering Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 35 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 600 gram Butternut Squash
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 medium Carrot
• 1 cup Couscous
• 2 cup Vegetable Stock
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Peel and chop the butternut squash into small cubes.
3. Place the butternut squash cubes on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with cumin, coriander, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
4. Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the squash is tender and slightly caramelized.
5. Meanwhile, chop the onion, garlic, and carrot.
6. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
7. Add the carrot and sauté for another 5 minutes.
8. Add the roasted butternut squash to the pot, along with vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
9. In a separate pot, cook the couscous according to package instructions.
10. Serve the spiced butternut squash stew over a bed of couscous. Garnish with fresh parsley. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 10g

Protein 8g16%

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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.