Spiced Couscous with Vegetables and Raisins

If you’re looking for a vibrant and aromatic dish that’s both wholesome and satisfying, this Spiced Couscous with Vegetables and Raisins is just the thing! 🍽️🌿 Bursting with the flavors of warm spices, colorful veggies, and a hint of sweetness from raisins, this dish is perfect for a light meal or a tasty side. Couscous is quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for weeknight dinners. Plus, it’s vegetarian and can easily be made vegan, so it’s great for various dietary preferences. Let’s dive into this delicious and nutritious dish!

Spiced Couscous with Vegetables and Raisins 🍽️🌿

Recipe by Mr Sam AI ChefCourse: MainCuisine: MoroccanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking/ Cooling Time

15

minutes

calories per serving

350

kcal

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous

• 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 onion, diced 🧅

• 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 🥕

• 1 zucchini, chopped 🥒

• 1/4 cup raisins 🍇

• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 🌿

• 1/4 cup toasted almonds or pine nuts (optional)

Directions

• In a medium pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the couscous. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
• In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
• Add the carrots and zucchini to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until tender but still crisp. Stir in the cumin, cinnamon, and turmeric, and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
• Add the cooked couscous and raisins to the skillet, mixing everything together. Season with salt and pepper.
• Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley and toasted nuts if using. Serve warm!

Notes

• For a heartier version, add chickpeas or grilled chicken to the couscous.
• Adjust the spices to your liking – for more heat, add a pinch of cayenne or chili flakes.
• Use whole wheat couscous for a more fiber-rich dish.

This Spiced Couscous with Vegetables and Raisins is a wonderful, fragrant dish that brings together the warmth of spices, the freshness of vegetables, and the subtle sweetness of raisins. 🍽️🌿 Whether you serve it as a main or side dish, it’s sure to please! Try it today for a quick, flavorful, and healthy meal.