COUSCOUS WITH GRILLED VEGETABLES

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"This hearty side is almost a meal in itself," says Kathy Herrala of Martinez, California. She grills garden-fresh vegetables, then adds them to couscous for an appealing dinner accompaniment.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 small zucchini, quartered lengthwise
1/2 medium eggplant, sliced widthwise 1/2 inch thick
1 medium sweet red pepper, quartered
1 small onion, sliced 1/2 inch thick
Cooking spray
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1 package (10 ounces) couscous
1/2 cup chopped green onions
4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
2-1/4 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Spritz vegetables with cooking spray; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Prepare for indirect heat using a drip pan. , Arrange vegetables over drip pan and grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally. Let stand until cool enough to handle., In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. , Cut grilled vegetables into 1/2-in. pieces. Fluff couscous with a fork. Add the vegetables, green onions, lemon juice, thyme and remaining salt and pepper; toss until combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 384mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

antoinette cade
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I would definitely make this dish again!


Kaylie Brown
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it.


Muhammed Seid
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The grilled vegetables were a bit bland for my taste.


Kaitlyn Zuniga
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I would recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and healthy meal.


Mohammed Rahmat ali
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This dish is perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner.


Bret Dread
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I've never made couscous before, but this recipe made it easy.


Lawal Ridwan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover grilled vegetables.


Victoria Minnich
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I'm a vegetarian and I love this dish. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Sophy Ngwamba
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Gaming Mustakim
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


John Garrison
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This dish is perfect for a summer cookout.


Mohammed SujonWasif
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my couscous turned out mushy.


Tayyab Ruk
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


The One Cornelia
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Eric David
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The vegetables were a bit too charred for my taste, but the couscous was perfect.


Hanifah Najjuuko
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a healthy and flavorful meal.


armin alijanzadeh
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I'm not a big fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. The grilled vegetables added a lot of flavor and texture.


ABMOBILE Lahurechowk
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This dish was a hit with my family! The vegetables were perfectly grilled and the couscous was fluffy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.