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Hearty Roasted Vegetable Couscous Bowl: The Ultimate Comfort Bowl

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A nourishing, colorful bowl of roasted vegetables, fluffy couscous, fresh herbs, and a tangy dressing—perfect for weeknight comfort.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (170 g) couscous

  • 1 1/4 cups (300 ml) vegetable broth

  • 1 medium zucchini (200 g), diced

  • 1 red bell pepper (150 g), diced

  • 1 yellow bell pepper (150 g), diced

  • 1 medium carrot (100 g), sliced

  • 1 small red onion (100 g), chopped

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1/4 cup (30 g) toasted almonds or pine nuts (optional)

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro

  • 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (optional)

    Dressing:

    • 3 tablespoons olive oil

    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

    • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

    • 1/2 teaspoon honey or maple syrup

    • 1/4 teaspoon salt

    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss vegetables with olive oil, spices, and spread on a baking sheet.

  • Roast 20–25 minutes until tender and caramelized.

  • Cook couscous in boiling broth, cover, sit 5 minutes, then fluff.

  • Whisk together dressing ingredients.

  • Layer couscous in bowls, add roasted vegetables, nuts, parsley, and feta.

  • Drizzle with dressing and serve.

Notes

Assemble bowls just before serving for best freshness. Substitute grains or vegetables to suit preference.