Roasted-Pepper Couscous

Name: Roasted-Pepper Couscous
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 59 milliliters basil leaves, torn in half; 425 grams chickpeas, drained and rinsed well; 315 milliliters instant couscous; 1 Tbsp lemon juice; 2 Tbsps olive oil; 59 milliliters niçoise olives, pitted; 1 onion, thinly sliced; 340 grams roasted red peppers, drained and minced; 1 medium zucchini, halved and thinly sliced

Roasted-Pepper Couscous might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe serves 4. One serving contains 420 calories, 14g of protein, and 11g of fat. It is a good option if you're following a vegan diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes. Head to the store and pick up zucchini, roasted peppers, niçoise olives, and a few other things to make it today.

Instructions

Place the couscous in a large bowl. Bring 2 cups of lightly salted water to a boil.

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Water

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Bowl

Pour the water over the couscous and cover with plastic wrap.

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Couscous

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Wrap

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Let sit for 10 minutes. Uncover and fluff with a fork. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.

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Add the onion and zucchini and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.

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Zucchini

Onion

Add the zucchini and onion, along with the remaining ingredients, to the couscous and mix well. Season with additional salt and freshly ground pepper, if desired.

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Ground Black Pepper