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Moroccan Couscous with Roasted Vegetables, Chickpeas, and Almonds

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This Moroccan Couscous with Roasted Vegetables, Chickpeas, and Almonds is a vibrant, hearty dish filled with warm spices, sweet raisins, crunchy almonds, and tender vegetables. Perfect as a vegetarian main or flavorful side.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 7 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Roasted
  • Cuisine: Moroccan
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 large red bell pepper, cored and diced
  • 2 medium carrots, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
  • 1 small red onion, diced into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1⅓ cups dry couscous
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric
  • ½ cup raisins
  • 1 (14-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup slivered almonds, toasted
  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh mint

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Spray an 18×13-inch rimmed baking sheet with non-stick spray.
  2. Arrange bell pepper, carrots, onion, and zucchini on the sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with salt, and toss to coat. Roast for 15 minutes, tossing halfway. Broil for 1–2 minutes for extra char.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  4. In a saucepan, bring chicken broth, ½ teaspoon salt, and turmeric to a boil.
  5. Place couscous and raisins in a heatproof bowl. Pour hot broth over, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes.
  6. Fluff couscous with a fork. Stir in roasted vegetables, chickpeas, almonds, cilantro, mint, and lemon-spice mixture. Toss well and adjust seasoning as needed.

Notes

  • Swap chicken broth for vegetable broth to make it vegetarian or vegan.
  • Golden or regular raisins both work well; golden adds brightness.
  • Toast almonds for extra flavor and crunch, or use pistachios or pine nuts instead.
  • Serve warm or chilled—the flavors improve after resting.
  • Great as a main dish or a side with grilled meats or fish.

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