Moroccan-Style Israeli Couscous
Moroccan-Style Israeli Couscous features tender vegetables and chickpeas simmered in a tomato base infused with cinnamon, turmeric, saffron, and a whisper of curry. The flavors are warm, lightly sweet, and aromatic, pairing beautifully with fluffy couscous for a comforting bowl. It’s ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or a vibrant meatless centerpiece for gatherings.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat; cook the onion until golden.
- 2
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring it to a boil.
- 3
Stir in the carrots, turnips, and sweet potato.
- 4
Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 15 minutes.
- 5
Lower the heat to low and add the zucchini and red bell pepper.
- 6
Simmer for 20 minutes.
- 7
Stir in the garbanzo beans, tomato sauce, cinnamon, turmeric, saffron, and curry powder.
- 8
Simmer until heated through.
- 9
Meanwhile, bring 2 1/2 cups water to a boil.
- 10
Stir in the couscous, cover, and remove from the heat.
- 11
Let stand for 5 to 7 minutes.
- 12
Fluff with a fork and serve with the vegetables on top.
- Calories 315.27 kcal Moderate
- Protein 11.1 g Good Source
- Carbs 58.54 g Moderate
- Total Fat 4.3 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 0.64 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 1.61 mg Low Source
- Sodium 537.33 mg High
- Fiber 7.74 g Good Source
- Sugar 7.14 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.45 g Low Source
- Calcium 53.35 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.83 mg Moderate
- Potassium 476.77 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 543.99 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 30.02 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 1.08 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Moroccan Style Israeli Couscous is an Israeli side dish recipe made with 15 ingredients. It takes about 55 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Carrot, Couscous, Curry Powder, and Garbanzo Beans. Each serving provides about 315.27 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Moroccan-Style Israeli Couscous?
- It is an Israeli recipe made with 15 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Moroccan-Style Israeli Couscous made of?
- The main ingredients are Carrot, Couscous, Curry Powder, Garbanzo Beans, Ground Cinnamon. The full list of 15 is above.
- How long does it take to make Moroccan-Style Israeli Couscous?
- About 55 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 315.27 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Moroccan-Style Israeli Couscous easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 15 ingredients and 12 steps.
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