Tomato Chickpea Couscous
Elevate your weeknight meals with this vibrant and satisfying Tomato Chickpea Couscous recipe! Bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this dish features fluffy couscous infused with vegetable broth, tender cherry tomatoes, and protein-packed chickpeas. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, warm cumin, smoky paprika, and a bright drizzle of fresh lemon juice, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it perfect for busy nights. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, this one-pan wonder can be served warm or at room temperature, making it as versatile as it is delicious. Ideal as a hearty vegetarian main or a flavorful side dish, this Tomato Chickpea Couscous is sure to become a new family favorite.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Heat the vegetable broth in a medium saucepan until it comes to a boil. Remove from heat, stir in the couscous, cover the pot, and let it sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Step 4
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes start to soften and release their juices.
Step 5
Add the drained chickpeas, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through.
Step 6
Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the cooked couscous until well combined with the tomato and chickpea mixture.
Step 7
Sprinkle the chopped parsley and drizzle the lemon juice over the couscous mixture. Toss gently to combine.
Step 8
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
Step 9
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your Tomato Chickpea Couscous!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (901.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 872.1 |
| Total Fat 36.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2496.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 113.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.3g | |
| Protein 28.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 239.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1897.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories