A colorful, plant-based couscous bowl filled with roasted vegetables, fresh herbs, and a lemony olive oil drizzle. Great for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
1 cup couscous
1 cup hot vegetable broth or water
2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for roasting)
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 zucchini, chopped
½ eggplant, chopped
½ red onion, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes
2 garlic cloves, whole
1 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, mint, or cilantro
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
Optional Additions:
1 cup chickpeas (cooked or canned)
½ cup crumbled feta or vegan cheese
Toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds
Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment.
Toss chopped vegetables with olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until caramelized and tender.
In a bowl, combine couscous and hot broth. Cover and let sit 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Combine couscous, roasted vegetables, lemon juice, herbs, and any optional toppings.
Serve warm or cold.
Use quinoa for a gluten-free version.
Add dressing or hummus for richness.
Store up to 4 days in the fridge.