Couscous with Winter Vegetables
Couscous with Winter Vegetables might be a good recipe to expand your side dish repertoire. This recipe makes 8 servings with 247 calories, 9g of protein, and 7g of fat each. This recipe covers 16% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes. A mixture of olive oil, butternut squash, salt, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so flavorful. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Winter.
Instructions
Heat butter and oil in a large straight-sided skillet over medium-high heat, stirring until butter melts.
Add shallots; cook 3 minutes or until soft, stirring occasionally.
Add jalapeo; cook 1 minute, stirring frequently.
Add butternut squash; cook 8 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.
Add chickpeas; cook 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
Add couscous, and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in 1 3/4 cups boiling water and salt; remove pan from heat. Cover and let stand 8 minutes. Fluff couscous mixture with a fork.
Add fresh parsley and lemon juice; toss gently to combine. Top with Parmesan cheese.