Basil Roasted Vegetables Over Couscous Recipe

Embrace the taste of spring with this vibrant Basil Roasted Vegetables Over Couscous recipe! Roasted vegetables, bursting with fresh basil flavor, are perfectly paired with fluffy couscous. Customize it with your favorite veggies – zucchini, yellow squash, bell peppers, and mushrooms are just the beginning! Add protein with tofu for a heartier meal. This recipe is easily adaptable for Weight Watchers (WW) – use a yogurt-based cheese for a Core Points friendly option. Get ready for a healthy, flavorful, and satisfying meal in under an hour!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 300.6 kcal
Protein 26g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Basil Roasted Vegetables Over Couscous

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Basil Roasted Vegetables Over Couscous

  • Fresh Basil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Garlic Cloves
  • 1 medium zucchini (diced)
  • 1 medium yellow squash (diced)
  • Red Bell Pepper
  • Yellow Bell Pepper
  • Red Onion
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms (sliced)
  • Cooked Couscous
  • Chevre Cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Basil Sprig

How to Make Basil Roasted Vegetables Over Couscous

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Add 1 medium zucchini (diced), 1 medium yellow squash (diced), 1 bell pepper (diced), 1/2 medium red onion (diced), and 8 ounces cremini mushrooms (sliced).
  4. Toss well to coat all vegetables evenly.
  5. Arrange vegetables in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
  6. Roast for 35-40 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and slightly browned, stirring halfway through.
  7. While vegetables roast, prepare couscous according to package directions.
  8. Spoon cooked couscous onto plates. Top with roasted vegetables.
  9. Crumble 1/4 cup feta cheese (or substitute with 1/2 cup stiff yogurt cheese for WW Core) over the vegetables.
  10. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper.
  11. Garnish with fresh basil sprigs and serve immediately.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

24g

Carbs

13g