Minted Couscous with Roasted Vegetables

Brighten up your table with this Minted Couscous with Roasted Vegetables—an irresistible medley of fluffy, herb-infused couscous paired with caramelized zucchini, vibrant bell peppers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and red onion. This recipe showcases the flavors of smoky paprika, earthy cumin, and a refreshing burst of fresh mint and lemon juice. Perfect as a versatile side dish or a light, plant-based main course, this dish comes together in just 40 minutes with minimal fuss. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a colorful, nutrient-packed meal that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Keywords: minted couscous, roasted vegetables, healthy side dish, plant-based recipe, quick couscous recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1 cup vegetable stock
• 1 medium zucchini
• 2 medium bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange)
• 1 medium red onion
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Chop the zucchini, bell peppers, and red onion into bite-sized pieces. Place them on the baking sheet along with the cherry tomatoes.

Step 3

Drizzle the vegetables with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and sprinkle with the cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly caramelized.

Step 5

While the vegetables are roasting, prepare the couscous. In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable stock to a boil.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat, add the couscous, and cover with a lid. Let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb the liquid, then fluff with a fork.

Step 7

Chop the fresh mint leaves finely, and add them to the fluffed couscous. Stir in the lemon juice for a fresh, zesty flavor.

Step 8

Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven and let them cool slightly. Gently mix them into the couscous.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish or light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1237.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	801.1

Total Fat 33.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3937.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 111.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.9g	0%
Total Sugars 40.9g
Protein 21.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 358.5mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 2513.9mg	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: 36.2%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 53.6%