Whole30 Couscous with Vegetables

Elevate your Whole30 meal prep with this vibrant and satisfying Whole30 Couscous with Vegetables, a grain-free twist on a classic favorite! Made with finely pulsed cauliflower that mimics the light, fluffy texture of couscous, this dish is packed with colorful, nutrient-rich veggies like zucchini, red bell peppers, and carrots. Seasoned with fragrant garlic, a citrusy kick of lemon zest and juice, and topped with fresh parsley and toasted pine nuts for added crunch, every bite bursts with flavor. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect as a light main course or a versatile side dish. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and Whole30-compliant, it’s a wholesome, satisfying choice that doesn’t compromise on taste or texture!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large head cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 1 medium, grated carrot
• 1 small, diced red onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 zested and juiced lemon
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons, toasted pine nuts

Directions

Step 1

Cut the cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor until the texture resembles couscous. Avoid over-processing as it can turn into a paste.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.

Step 3

Add the diced red onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and stir in the cauliflower 'couscous'. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the cauliflower is tender but not mushy.

Step 5

Season the mixture with salt and ground black pepper. Stir in the lemon zest and juice for a fresh burst of flavor.

Step 6

Remove from heat and mix in chopped fresh parsley and toasted pine nuts.

Step 7

Serve warm as a versatile side or as a light main dish on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1420.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	783.9

Total Fat 43.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5496.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 90.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.8g	0%
Total Sugars 42.7g
Protein 24.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 324.5mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 3825.4mg	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: 46.0%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 42.3%