Roasted Vegetable Couscous

Vegetarian
Health score
14%
Roasted Vegetable Couscous
45 min.
6
253kcal

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Are you looking for a vibrant and delicious side dish that will impress your family and friends? Look no further than this Roasted Vegetable Couscous! This vegetarian delight is not only packed with flavor but also offers a beautiful medley of colors that will brighten up any table. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, it’s perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.

The star of this dish is the combination of roasted beets and carrots, which bring a natural sweetness and earthy flavor that pairs wonderfully with the nutty Israeli couscous. Tossed with fresh thyme and a splash of balsamic vinegar, each bite is a delightful explosion of taste. To elevate this dish even further, we add juicy diced peaches or mango, which provide a refreshing contrast to the roasted vegetables.

And let’s not forget the creamy crumbled feta cheese that adds a rich, tangy finish to the dish. With only 253 calories per serving, this Roasted Vegetable Couscous is a guilt-free indulgence that everyone will love. Whether served alongside grilled meats or as a standalone dish, it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to enjoy a wholesome and satisfying meal!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon balsamic vinegar 
  • medium size beets fresh
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  •  carrots 
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • teaspoons thyme sprigs fresh chopped
  • 1.5 cups regular couscous uncooked (pearl)
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.8 cup peaches fresh diced
  • servings thyme sprigs fresh

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 40
  2. Peel beets and carrots.
  3. Cut beets and carrots into 1-inch pieces, discarding beet stems. Toss with 1 Tbsp. olive oil, 1 tsp. kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp. black pepper.
  4. Place in a single layer in center of a large piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Bring up foil sides over vegetables; double fold top and sides to seal, making a packet.
  5. Place on a baking sheet; bake 25 to 30 minutes or until tender. Cook couscous according to package directions; toss with 1 Tbsp. olive oil and balsamic vinegar, chopped fresh thyme, 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp. black pepper. Top with roasted vegetables, diced peaches or mango, feta cheese, and fresh thyme sprigs.

Nutrition Facts

Calories253kcal
Protein13.27%
Fat19.61%
Carbs67.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
69.18
Glycemic Load
23.66
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
11.698695694623%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.37mg
Catechin
0.95mg
Epigallocatechin
0.2mg
Epicatechin
0.45mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.06mg
Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.93mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.22mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:252.78kcal
12.64%
Fat:5.5g
8.45%
Saturated Fat:2.06g
12.9%
Carbohydrates:42.31g
14.1%
Net Carbohydrates:37.92g
13.79%
Sugar:5.75g
6.39%
Cholesterol:11.13mg
3.71%
Sodium:777.48mg
33.8%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.37g
16.74%
Vitamin A:3605.56IU
72.11%
Manganese:0.56mg
27.85%
Fiber:4.4g
17.59%
Folate:63.02µg
15.76%
Phosphorus:144.96mg
14.5%
Vitamin B3:2.14mg
10.7%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.65%
Magnesium:37.74mg
9.43%
Calcium:94.15mg
9.41%
Potassium:314.9mg
9%
Copper:0.18mg
8.8%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.32%
Vitamin B5:0.81mg
8.09%
Vitamin C:6.67mg
8.08%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.04%
Iron:1.33mg
7.41%
Zinc:0.99mg
6.57%
Vitamin K:5.11µg
4.87%
Vitamin E:0.65mg
4.34%
Selenium:2.59µg
3.7%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.52%
Source:My Recipes