Colorful Moroccan Couscous

This colorful Moroccan couscous is a vibrant and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The couscous is cooked in a flavorful vegetable broth and is then tossed with a variety of vegetables, including bell pepper, zucchini, carrots, and onion. The dish is finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy couscous.

Couscous is a North African dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is typically made with semolina flour, which is a type of coarse wheat flour. Couscous can be cooked in a variety of ways, but the most common method is to steam it over boiling water. This method results in a light and fluffy couscous that is perfect for soaking up flavorful sauces and stews. This particular recipe for colorful Moroccan couscous is inspired by the traditional Moroccan dish of couscous with vegetables. This dish is typically made with a variety of vegetables, including bell pepper, zucchini, carrots, and onion. The vegetables are cooked in a flavorful vegetable broth and are then tossed with the couscous. The dish is finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy couscous.

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

Ingredients

• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup whole wheat couscous
• 1 cup chopped bell pepper
• 1 cup chopped zucchini
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Bring the vegetable broth and water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
2. Stir in the couscous, bell pepper, zucchini, carrots, and onion.
3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the couscous is tender and the vegetables are softened.
4. Stir in the cilantro and serve.

Why It Works

• The use of a flavorful vegetable broth adds depth and richness to the couscous.
• The variety of vegetables provides a range of flavors and textures to the dish.
• The addition of fresh cilantro adds a bright and herbaceous flavor to the couscous.