Couscous with Chickpeas Tomatoes and Edamame

Bright, fresh, and irresistibly satisfying, this Couscous with Chickpeas, Tomatoes, and Edamame is a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s perfect as a light main or a hearty side. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, nutrient-dense edamame, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this recipe is as wholesome as it is delicious. Fluffy couscous forms the base, while a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing infused with parsley and warm cumin ties everything together. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is ideal for quick weeknight dinners, meal prep, or your next potluck. Serve it at room temperature or chilled for a refreshing, flavor-packed experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1.5 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup chickpeas, cooked or canned (drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup edamame, shelled and cooked
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons cumin powder
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring 1.5 cups of water to a boil. Add 0.5 teaspoons of salt and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the boiling water.

Step 2

Stir in the couscous, turn off the heat, cover with a lid, and let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb the liquid.

Step 3

While the couscous is resting, prepare the remaining ingredients: halve the grape or cherry tomatoes, dice the red onion, and cook or thaw the edamame if necessary.

Step 4

Fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains, then transfer it to a large mixing bowl and let it cool slightly.

Step 5

Add the chickpeas, halved tomatoes, edamame, diced red onion, chopped parsley, cumin powder, and black pepper to the couscous. Gently toss to combine.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Pour the dressing over the couscous mixture and toss again until everything is evenly coated.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.

Step 8

Serve immediately at room temperature, or refrigerate for 1-2 hours for the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1208.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1091.9

Total Fat 45.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1845.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 130.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.5g	0%
Total Sugars 22.0g
Protein 51.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 325.3mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 2154.9mg	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: 35.7%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 46.1%