Algerian Couscous with Spiced Vegetables

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Algeria with this delicious couscous dish, featuring a medley of spiced vegetables and a hint of lemon. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Steps

1. In a saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil. 2. Add couscous to the boiling broth, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes. 3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onion and garlic until translucent. 4. Add bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot, and cook until tender. 5. Stir in chickpeas, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes. 6. Fluff the couscous with a fork and mix with the sautéed vegetables. 7. Drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with fresh parsley.

1/2 cup couscous 1 cup vegetable broth 1/4 cup chickpeas (cooked) 1/4 bell pepper, diced 1/4 zucchini, diced 1/4 carrot, diced 1/4 onion, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 1 tbsp olive oil Juice of 1/2 lemon Fresh parsley for garnish