Best Sweet Vegetable Couscous Recipes

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VEGETABLE COUSCOUS



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Looking for a different way to serve vegetables? These tiny pasta granules act like a magnet, pulling together the flavors of the chicken broth and vitamin-rich veggies. Carrots, celery, peppers and zucchini add fresh crunch and bright color.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 medium carrots
1/2 cup diced celery
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup julienned sweet yellow pepper
1/4 cup julienned sweet red pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium zucchini, diced
1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 4 teaspoons dried basil
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash hot pepper sauce
1 cup uncooked couscous
1-1/2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the carrots, celery, onion and peppers in oil for 5-6 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add the next five ingredients. , Stir in couscous. Add broth; bring to a boil. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5-8 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 513mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET AND NUTTY MOROCCAN COUSCOUS



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I've simplified this recipe for Couscous Mesfouf without losing any of its deliciously complex flavor. Prepare all the mix-ins ahead of time and it takes only minutes to make. Enjoy!

Provided by Christina S.

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups vegetable broth
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
⅓ cup chopped dates
⅓ cup chopped dried apricots
⅓ cup golden raisins
2 cups dry couscous
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Pour the vegetable broth into a large saucepan, and bring to a boil. Add the butter, apricots, dates and raisins. Boil for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat, and stir in the couscous. Cover, and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in the cinnamon and toasted almonds, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.1 calories, Carbohydrate 68.2 g, Cholesterol 25.4 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 163.5 mg, Sugar 16.9 g

SPICY VEGETABLE COUSCOUS



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Make and share this Spicy Vegetable Couscous recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 green onions, chopped
1 sweet red pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 zucchini, diced
1 cup chickpeas, cooked
1 cup boiling water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 cup couscous

Steps:

  • In a medium-size skillet heat the oil.
  • Add green onions, sweet pepper, garlic, tomatoes and zucchini; saute 5 min, stirring.
  • Remove from heat and keep warm.
  • In a medium-size saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients, mix, cover and let stand 5 minutes, until liquid is absorbed. Add the first mixture and fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.9, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 342.5, Carbohydrate 54.4, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 4.3, Protein 10.3

SWEET VEGETABLE COUSCOUS



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Make and share this Sweet Vegetable Couscous recipe from Food.com.

Provided by drhousespcatcher

Categories     European

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/8 teaspoon saffron, generous
3 tablespoons boiling water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 red onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 red chilies, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
1 teaspoon Mrs. Dash seasoning mix, tabletop blend
1 tablespoon durkee garden seasoning
1 1/4 cups vegetable stock
4 carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/4 inches
2 turnips, peeled and cubed
1 lb sweet potato, peeled and cubed
2/3 cup raisins
2 zucchini, sliced thin
14 ounces chickpeas, cooked
3 tablespoons fresh parsley
3 tablespoons fresh coriander
4 cups organic whole wheat couscous, cooked

Steps:

  • Place saffron into the boiling water to infuse.
  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan then add the onion, garlic and chilies and cook gently for five minutes.
  • Add the ground ginger, cinnamon and other spices except the saffron, and gently cook for 1 to 2 mins more.
  • Add the tomatoes, stock, saffron, carrots, turnips, sweet potatoes, raisins, cover and cook 25 minutes.
  • Add the zucchini, chickpeas, parsley and coriander and cook for 10 mins more.
  • Prepare the couscous according to manufacturer's directions. Serve with the veggie mixture on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.4, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 306.7, Carbohydrate 55.6, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 18.9, Protein 7.1

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