$1.05 a serving · 35 min
- Makes leftovers
- Vegan
- Dairy-free
- Nut-free
- Heart-healthy
- Anti-inflammatory
- Thyroid-friendly
- Mediterranean
- Sheet pan
- Healthy
- Beans & lentils
Cost is the ingredients you actually use. About $4.19 if you cook for four.
- Protein
- 14g
- Carbs
- 68g
- Time
- 35 min
Ingredients
Per serving, grouped the way the store is laid out.
Produce
- Bell peppers1
- Zucchini1
- Eggplant1
- Onions1
- Lemons1
- Fresh parsley2 tsp
Pantry
- Couscous2 oz
- Chickpeas (can)1
- Olive oil2 tsp
Spices
- Ground cumin1 tsp
- Smoked paprika1 tsp
How to cook it
- 1
Heat the oven to 400°F. Roast pepper, zucchini, eggplant, onion and chickpeas with oil, cumin and paprika 25 minutes.
- 2
Pour boiling water over the couscous and rest 5 minutes.
- 3
Fluff, toss with the vegetables, lemon and parsley.
People also ask
- What to serve with Roasted veg & chickpea couscous?
- Lemon garlic chicken sheet-pan, Thai green chicken curry, or Air-fryer chicken thighs & sweet potato. Those sit in the same style as Roasted veg & chickpea couscous and keep the grocery list from exploding.
- Can you meal prep Roasted veg & chickpea couscous?
- Yes. Roasted veg & chickpea couscous holds for 3–4 days in the fridge. Cook a double batch and lunch is already done. beans and the sides reheat without falling apart.
- How long does Roasted veg & chickpea couscous last in the fridge?
- 3–4 days sealed. Freeze leftover portions for up to a month if you made a big batch.
- Is Roasted veg & chickpea couscous vegan?
- Yes. Roasted veg & chickpea couscous is vegan.
- Is Roasted veg & chickpea couscous vegetarian?
- Yes. Roasted veg & chickpea couscous is vegetarian.
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