Roasted Vegetable Couscous Easy (Printable Format)

Tender couscous combined with flavorful roasted vegetables and fresh herbs for a vibrant, easy meal.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 cup couscous
02 - 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
03 - 1 small zucchini, diced
04 - 1 red or yellow bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 medium carrot, sliced
06 - 1 red onion, chopped
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Seasonings and Garnish

08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
09 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - Salt and black pepper to taste
12 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
13 - Feta cheese, crumbled, for serving (optional)

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F.
02 - Spread diced zucchini, bell pepper, sliced carrot, chopped red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes evenly on a large baking sheet.
03 - Drizzle olive oil over the vegetables and season with dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly to ensure even coating.
04 - Place the prepared vegetables in the preheated oven and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and lightly caramelized.
05 - While the vegetables roast, bring vegetable broth to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from heat, stir in couscous, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes until fully absorbed.
06 - Fluff the couscous with a fork and gently mix in the roasted vegetables. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
07 - Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley and crumbled feta cheese if desired.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - For a vegan version, omit the feta cheese or use a plant-based alternative.