Moroccan-Inspired Vegan Couscous

• vegan
• moroccan-cuisine
• couscous
• dinner
• Nia

Introduction

Tonight's dinner features a delightful vegan twist on a classic North African dish. Introducing the Moroccan-Inspired Vegan Couscous, packed with a medley of roasted vegetables and aromatic spices. This dish is not only hearty and satisfying but also incredibly colorful and nutritious, perfect for a light yet fulfilling evening meal.

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous (whole wheat for added nutrition)
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 medium zucchini, cubed
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
• 1 small red onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
• Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, toss zucchini, red and yellow bell peppers, red onion, and garlic with olive oil, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, ginger, and cayenne pepper. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
4. While the vegetables are roasting, bring the vegetable broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
5. Fluff the couscous with a fork and then mix in the roasted vegetables and chickpeas.
6. Serve the couscous warm, garnished with chopped cilantro and lemon wedges on the side.

Enjoy this warm, spice-infused Moroccan-Inspired Vegan Couscous as a perfect end to your day. It's a comforting meal that brings the essence of North African cuisine right to your dinner table, all while staying true to vegan values.

Nia

Additional Information

Nutritionfacts	Calories: 350, Fat: 8g, Carbohydrates: 60g, Protein: 12g
Preparation Time	45 minutes
Allergy Information	Gluten, Garlic