Swiss Chard with Chickpeas and Couscous

Brighten up your dinner table with this hearty and wholesome recipe for Swiss Chard with Chickpeas and Couscous, a nutrient-packed dish that's as flavorful as it is nourishing. Featuring tender couscous infused with savory vegetable broth, sautéed Swiss chard, and protein-rich chickpeas, this recipe is seasoned with warm spices like cumin and paprika for a satisfying Mediterranean-inspired flavor profile. A splash of fresh lemon juice adds a zesty finish, while optional parsley garnishes elevate the dish with vibrant color and freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this one-pan wonder is a perfect weeknight meal idea for vegetarians and anyone seeking a quick, healthy, and delicious plant-based dinner. Serve it as a main course or a side dish, and enjoy a meal that’s as balanced as it is beautiful!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Couscous
• 1.25 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 1 Red onion
• 1 bunch Swiss chard
• 1.5 cups Chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat, add the couscous, and cover with a lid. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and set aside.

Step 2

While the couscous cooks, prepare the vegetables: mince the garlic, dice the red onion, and chop the Swiss chard (separating the stems from the leaves).

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and red onion, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.

Step 4

Add the chopped Swiss chard stems to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Stir in the Swiss chard leaves, chickpeas, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chard is wilted and tender.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.

Step 7

Serve the Swiss chard and chickpea mixture over the cooked couscous. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Step 8

Enjoy your delicious and wholesome dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1190.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1091.7

Total Fat 39.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3213.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 153.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.7g	0%
Total Sugars 26.2g
Protein 38.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 382.4mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 2611.6mg	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: 31.6%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 54.5%