Low Carb Couscous with Vegetables
Transform your dinner table with this vibrant, flavor-packed Low Carb Couscous with Vegetables—a healthy and keto-friendly twist on a classic dish! This quick and easy recipe uses finely processed cauliflower to mimic the light, fluffy texture of traditional couscous while keeping carbs to a minimum. Sautéed with a colorful medley of red bell peppers, zucchini, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this dish is seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, onion powder, and a refreshing splash of lemon juice. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's the perfect low-carb side or a light vegetarian main course. Garnished with fresh parsley for an herby finish, this cauliflower couscous delivers all the flavor you crave while keeping your healthy eating goals on track.
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Ingredients
- 1 head Cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 Red bell pepper
- 1 Zucchini
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Begin by washing and thoroughly drying the head of cauliflower. Remove the leaves and trim the stem.
Step 2
Cut the cauliflower into large floret and place them in a food processor. Pulse until the cauliflower resembles small grains of couscous. Be careful not to over-process.
Step 3
Dice the red bell pepper and zucchini into small, bite-sized pieces.
Step 4
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cauliflower couscous to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until tender.
Step 5
Add the diced red bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet with the cauliflower. Cook for an additional 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 6
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the skillet. Stir in the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Step 7
Continue cooking for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon juice for a fresh pop of flavor.
Step 9
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the couscous for garnish.
Step 10
Serve warm as a succulent low-carb side dish or a light main course. Enjoy your delicious and healthy creation!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1098.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 549.8 |
| Total Fat 31.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4909.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 60.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 32.3g | |
| Protein 16.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 212.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2956.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories