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Spiced Vegetable Couscous

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This hearty Spiced Vegetable Couscous is a comforting, plant-based meal that comes together quickly with minimal effort. The dish combines fluffy couscous with tender carrots, crisp broccoli, and sweet bell peppers, all simmered in a savory broth enriched with tomato juice and a blend of warm spices like curry powder, cumin, and ginger. Chickpeas add a satisfying protein boost and extra texture, while a handful of raisins provides a subtle sweetness that balances the savory notes. Its an ideal weeknight dinner for busy families or a light, satisfying lunch that tastes like it took hours to prepare. The vibrant colors and fragrant aroma make it as appealing to the eye as it is to the palate.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 547.5
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
This hearty Spiced Vegetable Couscous is a comforting, plant-based meal that comes together quickly with minimal effort. The dish combines fluffy couscous with tender carrots, crisp broccoli, and sweet bell peppers, all simmered in a savory broth enriched with tomato juice and a blend of warm spices like curry powder, cumin, and ginger. Chickpeas add a satisfying protein boost and extra texture, while a handful of raisins provides a subtle sweetness that balances the savory notes. Its an ideal weeknight dinner for busy families or a light, satisfying lunch that tastes like it took hours to prepare. The vibrant colors and fragrant aroma make it as appealing to the eye as it is to the palate.
Ingredients
  • 1 3/4 cup Tomato juice
  • 3 teaspoon Curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground red pepper
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 cup Uncooked couscous
  • 1 cup Diagonally sliced carrots
  • 1/2 cup Dark seedless raisins
  • 1 1/2 cups Broccoli florets
  • 1 cup Red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 can Chickpeas, rinsed and drained (15 oz)
Directions
  1. 1
    In a large saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, whisk together tomato juice, water, curry powder, garlic powder, coriander, salt, ginger, cumin, and ground red pepper until well combined.
  2. 2
    Bring the spiced liquid mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. 3
    Stir in the uncooked couscous, sliced carrots, raisins, broccoli florets, bell pepper chunks, and chickpeas.
  4. 4
    Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and let stand for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and vegetables are tender.
  5. 5
    Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 2 more minutes.
  6. 6
    Fluff with a fork before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 547.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.6g6%
Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
Cholesterol 2.0mg1%
Sodium 1050mg44%
Total Carbohydrate 118.2g40%
Dietary Fiber 20.6g83%
Sugars 37.9g
Protein 17.5g35%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: couscous, vegan, chickpeas, curry, vegetable, broccoli, carrots, bell pepper, raisins, quick dinner, one-pot, healthy, plant-based, spiced, middle eastern, comfort food, easy, weeknight
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