Couscous With Seven Vegetables Recipe

This vibrant and flavorful Couscous with Seven Vegetables recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal! Featuring a colorful mix of onion, carrots, sweet potato, summer squash, zucchini, bell pepper, and tomato, this dish bursts with fresh flavors. Customize it with your favorite veggies like artichoke hearts, turnips, cabbage, green beans, or leeks! For a unique twist, try a sweet version with seven dried and fresh fruits. Inspired by Better Homes and Gardens, this recipe is perfect for a healthy and delicious dinner.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 159.4 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Couscous With Seven Vegetables

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How to Make Couscous With Seven Vegetables

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a 4-quart Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add 1 medium carrot, chopped into coins; 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and chopped into coins; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon cumin; and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  3. Pour in 1 cup of water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  4. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add 1 medium yellow summer squash, chopped into coins; 1 medium zucchini, chopped into coins; and 1 green bell pepper, cored, seeded, and chopped into coins.
  6. Cover and cook for another 5 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Stir in 1 medium tomato, chopped.
  7. Meanwhile, prepare 1 cup couscous according to package directions, adding optional salt.
  8. Transfer the cooked couscous to a large bowl.
  9. Add the vegetable mixture to the couscous.
  10. Stir gently to combine. Stir in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint (optional). Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

1g

Carbs

10g