Savory Garbanzo Beans Over Couscous

Transform your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and satisfying recipe for Savory Garbanzo Beans Over Couscous. Featuring tender chickpeas simmered with aromatic spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and coriander, this dish is infused with the rich flavors of sautéed garlic, onions, and juicy diced tomatoes. Fresh spinach adds a burst of color and nutrients, while a drizzle of freshly squeezed lemon juice brightens every bite. Served over fluffy, perfectly cooked couscous, this 30-minute vegetarian delight is quick, hearty, and nourishing. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of elegance, and enjoy a wholesome meal that's as delicious as it is versatile. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you're craving a healthy, flavor-packed dinner idea!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 unit Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cups Canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Canned diced tomatoes
• 1 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Fresh spinach, roughly chopped
• 1 cup Couscous
• 1.25 cups Water or vegetable broth (for couscous)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent and fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the garbanzo beans, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cumin, smoked paprika, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 5

While the garbanzo bean mixture is cooking, prepare the couscous. In a medium saucepan, bring 1.25 cups of water or vegetable broth to a boil.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat, stir in the couscous, cover with a lid, and let it sit for 5 minutes. Fluff the couscous with a fork before serving.

Step 7

Once the garbanzo bean mixture has simmered, stir in the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the spinach is wilted.

Step 8

Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice to the garbanzo bean mixture and give it a final stir.

Step 9

To serve, spoon the couscous onto plates and top with the savory garbanzo bean mixture. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1708.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1254.5

Total Fat 47.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 4.8mg	0%
Sodium 3162.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 168.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.4g	0%
Total Sugars 31.0g
Protein 44.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 504.2mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 2910.0mg	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: 33.6%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 52.5%