Couscous Sausage Mediterranean

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant Couscous Sausage Mediterranean recipe, a one-pan meal packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfectly spiced Italian or Mediterranean sausages are pan-seared to golden perfection and paired with a medley of sautéed vegetables, including red bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion, for a burst of color and nutrition. Fluffy couscous forms the base of this dish, soaking up the savory juices and a hint of oregano for a Mediterranean twist. Topped with creamy crumbled feta, fresh parsley, and a bright squeeze of lemon, this meal is a delightful balance of hearty and refreshing. Ready in just 40 minutes and ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this Mediterranean-inspired creation is your new go-to comforting yet healthy dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.25 cups hot water or chicken broth
• 4 links sausages (Italian or Mediterranean spiced)
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 zucchini
• 0.5 red onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
• 1 lemon
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sausages and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked through and browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 2

While the sausages are cooking, bring 1.25 cups of hot water or chicken broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in 1 cup of couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Step 3

Dice the red bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In the same skillet used for the sausages, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sauté the red bell pepper, zucchini, red onion, and garlic over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.

Step 5

Slice the cooked sausages into bite-sized pieces and return them to the skillet. Add the cherry tomatoes, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through, and the tomatoes begin to soften.

Step 6

Transfer the fluffed couscous to a large serving platter or bowl. Top with the sausage and vegetable mixture.

Step 7

Sprinkle crumbled feta and chopped parsley over the dish.

Step 8

Juice the lemon and drizzle its juice over the couscous mixture. Toss gently to combine or leave layered for presentation.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy your Couscous Sausage Mediterranean!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1555.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1903.2

Total Fat 141.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 300.0mg	0%
Sodium 7106.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.8g	0%
Total Sugars 27.0g
Protein 77.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 778.5mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 2173.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.9%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 18.1%