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Roasted Vegetable Lemon Tahini Couscous

With zucchini, peppers, squash and fresh herbs, this easy roasted vegetable couscous is dressed with a mix of tahini, lemon juice and garlic.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Diet: Vegan
Servings: 4
Author: Paige Adams

Ingredients

For vegetables

  • 2 medium zucchini, diced 1/2-inch
  • 2 medium yellow squash, diced 1/2-inch
  • 2 bell peppers, diced 1/2-inch
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For dressing

  • 1 lemon, juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon tahini
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For couscous

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup pearl couscous
  • 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. On a baking sheet, toss the zucchini, yellow squash and peppers with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Spread the vegetables into a single layer across the pan. Roast for 25-30 minutes until they're lightly browned at the edges.
  • For the dressing, whisk together the lemon juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, tahini, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  • For the couscous, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Toast the couscous stirring until it golden, about 2-3 minutes. Add the water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until the couscous is tender and most of the water has been absorbed, about 10 minutes.* Drain any remaining water and transfer the couscous to a large bowl.
  • Stir the dressing into the couscous.
  • Then fold in the roasted vegetables, scallions and parsley.

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Notes

*Refer to package instructions to confirm recommended cook time. 
You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 4 days. Enjoy them cold or warm them in the microwave.
Optional additions include chickpeas, feta or goat cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 346kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 551mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2153IU | Vitamin C: 102mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 2mg