Moroccan Chickpea Couscous

Moroccan Chickpea Couscous

from fitfoodiefinds.com
30 min
6 servings

This gorgeous, anti-inflammatory Moroccan Chickpea Couscous Skillet is a healthy vegetarian meal that's freezer-friendly!

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 large white onion (diced)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 4 cups cauliflower (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons Moroccan spice mix
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 15 oz. canned garbanzo beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup fresh English peas
  • 1 cup uncooked couscous
  • 1.5 cups vegetable broth (or any kind of broth)
  • 1/4 cup feta crumbles
  • 1/4 cup chopped mint

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil over medium/high heat in a large nonstick skillet*.

  2. 2

    When olive oil is fragrant, add onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add cauliflower, peas, garbanzo beans, and moroccan seasoning to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring consistently.

  4. 4

    Next, add couscous and mix well.

  5. 5

    Finally, pour broth into the skillet and bring to a boil.

  6. 6

    Once boiling, remove from heat immediately, cover skillet, and let sit covered for 5 minutes or until all the broth is absorbed by the couscous.

  7. 7

    Uncover the skillet and fluff the couscous with a fork.

  8. 8

    Top with optional toppings and enjoy.