**Grilled Zucchini and Bell Pepper Couscous: A Delightful Vegetarian Dish**
Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of grilled zucchini, bell peppers, and fluffy couscous in this delectable vegetarian dish. The colorful medley of grilled vegetables adds a smoky char and a burst of sweetness to the wholesome couscous, creating a harmonious balance of textures and flavors. This recipe offers variations to suit diverse dietary needs, including a vegan option with vegetable broth. Additionally, find a delightful quinoa version for those seeking a gluten-free alternative. Grilled Zucchini and Bell Pepper Couscous is a versatile dish, perfect for a light lunch, a satisfying dinner, or as a delightful side dish to grilled meats or fish.
**Additional Recipes Inside the Article:**
- **Quinoa with Grilled Zucchini and Bell Peppers:** A gluten-free twist on the classic, this recipe showcases the goodness of quinoa, grilled vegetables, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette.
- **Vegan Grilled Zucchini and Bell Pepper Couscous:** Indulge in the plant-based goodness of this vegan variation, where vegetable broth replaces chicken broth, and a creamy tahini dressing adds a rich, nutty flavor.
- **Zucchini and Bell Pepper Couscous Salad:** Experience a refreshing take on the dish as a salad, tossed with a tangy lemon-herb dressing.
- **Grilled Zucchini and Bell Pepper Couscous Stuffed Bell Peppers:** Elevate your culinary skills by stuffing grilled vegetables and couscous into bell peppers, creating a visually stunning and flavorful dish.
GRILLED VEGETABLES WITH COUSCOUS AND YOGURT SAUCE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat a grill pan over high heat. Toss the bell peppers, squash, mushrooms, garlic, herbs, olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Brush the onion rounds with olive oil and season with salt. Brush the grill pan with olive oil, then grill the bell pepper mixture and onion rounds (in batches if needed), turning, until tender and marked, about 10 minutes. Peel the garlic.
- Meanwhile, cook the couscous as the label directs.
- Pulse the garlic, 2 pieces grilled bell pepper and the yogurt in a mini food processor or blender until smooth. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste. Cut the remaining grilled bell peppers into chunks and toss with the squash, mushrooms, herbs and onion in a large bowl; season with salt.
- Fluff the couscous with a fork and divide among bowls. Top with the vegetables and almonds and serve with the yogurt sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 473, Fat 16 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 2 milligrams, Sodium 616 milligrams, Carbohydrate 72 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 17 grams
COUSCOUS AND ZUCCHINI
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Add couscous to boiling water, remove from heat and cover. Let stand 5 minutes.
- In a large saute pan heat olive oil. Add red pepper flakes, garlic, zucchini, green onions, mint and salt. Cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- Fluff couscous with fork and fold in vegetables.
GRILLED ZUCCHINI AND BELL PEPPER COUSCOUS
Categories Side Bell Pepper Zucchini Summer Couscous Gourmet Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Prepare grill.
- Trim zucchini and cut each lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Quarter bell pepper lengthwise, discarding seeds, stem, and ribs. Brush zucchini with oil and grill with bell pepper on a lightly oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals until zucchini is just tender and pepper is crisp-tender, about 5 minutes on each side. (Alternatively, vegetables may be grilled in a hot well-seasoned ridged grill pan over moderately high heat.) Cut zucchini into 1-inch-wide pieces and cut bell pepper into 1/4-inch-wide strips.
- Mince garlic and mash to a paste with salt. In a dry 1 1/2-quart heavy saucepan toast cumin seeds over moderately low heat, swirling pan occasionally, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add broth and water and bring to a boil. Add couscous and immediately cover pan. Remove pan from heat and let couscous stand 5 minutes. With a fork fluff couscous and in a bowl toss with vegetables, garlic paste, and salt to taste.
GRILLED ZUCCHINI, ONIONS, AND RED PEPPERS
This is a great recipe to use up all those vegetables that are coming in from the garden about now. Plus, I love to grill, and this just makes it easier to make a complete meal on the grill. These are also good in a pita with garlic mayo or tzatziki sauce! **Prep time does not include the time to get the grill ready for grilling!
Provided by breezermom
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 23m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Trim the ends off the zucchini. Cut them in half lengthwise and then cut them into quarters.
- Trim, core, and stem the red bell peppers. Cut them into four equal parts from top down.
- Peel the onion and lay it on its side. Cut it inot 1/4 to 1/2 inch circles, being careful to keep the concentric layers in place.
- Place the zucchini, onions, and bell peppers in a shallow baking sheet. Combine the olive oil and balsamic vinegar and drizzle over the vegetables. Sprinkle the chopped garlic, basil, and oregano over the top. Add the Cavendar's Greek Seasoning to taste.
- Place the vegetables on a hot grill with tongs. (If you'd like you can use a grilling basket to keep from losing any of the vegetables through the grill!).
- Cook on both sides for 2 to 3 minutes (or until they are marked) over a medium hot grill. Brush the vegetables with any remaining oil/vinegar mix when you turn them.
- Serve hot or cold!
GRILLED LEMON-PEPPER ZUCCHINI
I like to serve this easy summer-vegetable dish with grilled chicken and rice. I suppose you could switch the type of seasonings you use if you'd like a different flavor, or even change up the vegetables to suit your liking.
Provided by Melissa Conger
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Zucchini Grilled Zucchini Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat. When hot, lightly oil grate.
- Combine the squash, zucchini, onion, and bell pepper in a bowl; drizzle with olive oil; sprinkle with lemon-pepper seasoning; stir to coat. Place the vegetable mixture in the center of a large sheet of aluminum foil. Top with another large sheet of aluminum foil. Roll the edges of the foil sheets together to seal into a packet.
- Place the packet on the preheated grill. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes, turning the packet every 5 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 355.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
GRILLED PEPPERS AND ZUCCHINI
This versatile side dish is so simple and quick that I had to share it. Grilling the colorful veggies in a foil packet means one less dish to wash, but I sometimes stir-friy the mixture on the stovetop. -Karen Anderson, Fair Oaks, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place the vegetables on a double layer of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. x 15 in.). Dot with butter; drizzle with soy sauce. Fold foil around vegetables and seal tightly. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 186mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
TUNISIAN GRILLED PEPPERS AND TOMATOES WITH COUSCOUS
This spicy, juicy meal, perfect for the summer, is one of a variety of Tunisian grilled salads. The couscous can be served warm or at room temperature. This makes a heavenly summer meal. Reconstitute some couscous and top with this spicy, juicy mix of grilled pepper and tomato salad. You can serve the couscous warm or at room temperature. The pepper salad is typical of Tunisian grilled salads (mechwya), of which there are many versions (eggplant can be included in the mix). In Tunisia, a spice mix called tabil would be used to season the peppers. I keep the mix on hand, without the dried garlic, but here I've given you a mix of spices to use. You can substitute tabil if you have some; the mix will be a little hotter because there is cayenne in the tabil.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories main course
Time 45m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Grill peppers over a hot grill or a gas flame, or under a broiler, until charred. Place in a bowl and cover with a plate or with plastic. Allow to cool.
- Grill tomatoes over a hot grill or under a broiler for about 3 minutes, until skins split and char. If tomatoes are large, turn over and grill on the other side. Small tomatoes needn't be turned. You do not want to cook them until they're overly soft. Remove from heat, place in a bowl and allow to cool until you can handle them.
- When peppers are cool enough, stem and peel. Holding them over the bowl to catch juices, seed and cut in 2-inch long strips. Transfer to another bowl and strain in juices. Peel, core and slice tomatoes. Cut slices into strips and transfer, with juices, to bowl with peppers.
- In a mortar and pestle, purée garlic with a generous pinch of salt. Add caraway, coriander and cayenne if using. Work in the lemon juice and olive oil and toss with vegetables. Add half the parsley and toss together. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Warm couscous if desired and divide among plates or wide bowls. Spoon on pepper and tomato salad with juices in bowl. Sprinkle more parsley on top and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 249, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 479 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams
Tips:
- Choose fresh vegetables: The fresher the vegetables, the better they will taste. Look for zucchini and bell peppers that are firm and brightly colored.
- Grill the vegetables over high heat: This will help to caramelize the vegetables and give them a smoky flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the grill: If you overcrowd the grill, the vegetables will not cook evenly.
- Use a grill basket: A grill basket can help to keep the vegetables from falling through the grates.
- Season the vegetables with salt and pepper: This will help to enhance their flavor.
- Serve the vegetables immediately: Grilled vegetables are best served hot off the grill.
Conclusion:
Grilled zucchini and bell peppers are a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for summer cookouts and picnics. The couscous adds a nutty flavor and texture to the dish. This dish is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. It is a flavorful and healthy meal option that can be easily customized to your liking.
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