Fragrant Vegetable Couscous with Herbs and Spices

This fragrant vegetable couscous is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor. The couscous is cooked in vegetable broth and water, and then tossed with a variety of diced vegetables, chopped fresh herbs, and spices. The result is a light and fluffy dish that's perfect for a summer meal.

Couscous is a North African dish that has been around for centuries. It is made from semolina flour, which is a type of durum wheat flour. Couscous is typically cooked in a steamer or couscoussier, but it can also be cooked on the stovetop or in the oven. This recipe for fragrant vegetable couscous is a simple and flavorful way to enjoy this classic dish. The couscous is cooked in vegetable broth and water, and then tossed with a variety of diced vegetables, chopped fresh herbs, and spices. The result is a light and fluffy dish that's perfect for a summer meal.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup couscous
• 1/2 cup diced carrots
• 1/2 cup diced celery
• 1/2 cup diced onions
• 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, cilantro, or mint)

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth and water to a boil.
2. Add the couscous and stir.
3. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the couscous is tender and all the liquid has been absorbed.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the vegetables, herbs, and spices.
5. Fluff with a fork and serve.

Why It Works

• The vegetable broth and water add flavor to the couscous.
• The diced vegetables add texture and sweetness to the dish.
• The chopped fresh herbs add a bright and herbaceous flavor to the couscous.
• The spices add a warm and savory flavor to the dish.