Baked Couscous With Tomatoes Recipe

This vibrant baked couscous recipe is a delicious and unexpected twist on a classic side dish. Sweet tomatoes mingle with savory onions and aromatic spices for a flavor explosion in every bite. Perfect as a vegetarian main course or a flavorful side, this recipe is easy to customize – add diced green chiles for extra heat! Ready in under an hour.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 255.1 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
Baked Couscous With Tomatoes 98

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Couscous With Tomatoes

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0 Ground Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • fresh parsley or cilantro, to taste (optional garnish)

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How to Make Baked Couscous With Tomatoes

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
  3. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened and golden brown.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the sautéed onions, 1 cup couscous, 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of vegetable broth (or water).
  6. Transfer the mixture to a greased 2-quart casserole dish.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the couscous is tender and the liquid is absorbed, and the top is lightly golden.
  8. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

2g

Carbs

16g

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