Vegetable Barley Couscous

Vegetable Barley Couscous recipe pinit

Couscous is a staple food in many North African and Middle Eastern cuisines.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins
Servings: 4 Calories: 1000
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
  2. Add barley and cook for 20 minutes, or until tender.
  3. In a separate pot, cook couscous according to package instructions.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add garlic, onion, carrots, zucchini, and bell pepper. Saute for 5 minutes.
  6. Add cooked barley and couscous to the skillet and mix well.
  7. Season with salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and fresh parsley.
  8. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  9. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 250kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g8%
Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
Sugars 6g
Protein 8g16%

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

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