Best 7 Grilled Asian Vegetable Couscous Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, grilled Asian vegetable couscous stands as a beacon of vibrant flavors and textures. This tantalizing dish combines the smoky allure of grilled vegetables with the wholesome goodness of couscous, creating a symphony of tastes that will transport your palate to the bustling streets of an Asian market. With a burst of umami from soy sauce, a hint of sweetness from honey, and a zesty kick from ginger, this dish promises an unforgettable culinary experience. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook seeking an adventure in flavors, this comprehensive guide will lead you on a journey to discover the best recipe for grilled Asian vegetable couscous, ensuring a culinary masterpiece that will leave your taste buds craving for more.

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GRILLED VEGETABLES WITH COUSCOUS AND YOGURT SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 bell peppers (any color), stemmed, seeded and quartered
1 yellow squash, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
8 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stemmed
2 cloves garlic, unpeeled
2 to 3 sprigs thyme, rosemary or oregano
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 large red onion, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
1 10-ounce package couscous
1/2 cup 2% Greek yogurt
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

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

TOASTED ISRAELI COUSCOUS SALAD WITH GRILLED SUMMER VEGETABLES



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
1 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 green zucchinis, quartered lengthwise
2 yellow zucchinis, quartered lengthwise
6 spears asparagus, trimmed
12 cherry tomatoes
1 red bell pepper, quartered and seeded
1 yellow bell pepper, quartered and seeded
1/4 cup basil chiffonade (stack leaves, roll in a cigar shape and cut crosswise into thin strips)
1/4 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound Israeli couscous
2 cups vegetable stock, heated
Hot water, to cover

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mustard and garlic, slowly add the olive oil and whisk until combined. Season with salt and pepper. Pour 1/2 the marinade over the vegetables and let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes. Preheat the grill. Remove the vegetables from the marinade and grill the vegetables until just cooked through. Cut the zucchini and peppers into 1/2-inch pieces, cut the tomatoes in half. Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat, add the couscous and toast until lightly golden brown. Cover the couscous with the hot stock and hot water and bring to a boil, cook until al dente and drain well. Place in a large serving bowl, add the grilled vegetables and herbs and toss with the remaining vinaigrette. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calorie, Fat 11.5 grams, SaturatedFat 1.5 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 141 milligrams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 5 grams

GRILLED VEGETABLE COUSCOUS SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons plus 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups Israeli couscous
3 small zucchini, sliced lengthwise into planks
1 orange bell pepper, cored and quartered
1 red bell pepper, cored and quartered
1 yellow bell pepper, cored and quartered
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Heat the 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the couscous and toast until golden brown. Add 1 1/2 cups water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until all of the liquid is absorbed, about 12 minutes. Fluff with a fork to separate the grains. Set aside.
  • Prepare a grill for medium heat. Toss the zucchini and peppers with the vegetable oil and some salt and pepper. Grill the vegetables, flipping occasionally, until just tender and lightly charred, about 20 minutes. Remove from the grill and, when cool enough to handle, cut into 1-inch pieces. Mix the grilled vegetables together with the couscous.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil. Toss the lemon vinaigrette, feta and mint with the couscous salad. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.

GRILLED VEGETABLE COUSCOUS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Toss 1 small leek (halved lengthwise, dark green top discarded) and 8 ounces torn oyster mushrooms with olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Grill over medium-high heat, flipping, until charred, 6 to 8 minutes. Slice the leeks and the mushrooms. Cook 1 cup couscous as the label directs; fluff with a fork. Stir in the grilled vegetables and 1/4 cup chopped parsley. Top with toasted sliced almonds.

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

ASIAN GRILLED VEGETABLES



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Super side dish. Kids will eat their veg! - you will need a "grill wok" Available at Home Stores (I have two for large groups) The ingredients are flexible - Use any vegetables that you would normally grill - zucchini, eggplant, onions, peppers, mushrooms, asparagus, green beans. Cut the pieces fairly large - 3/4" or so.

Provided by ChandraSoleil

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 red bell pepper
1 onion
3 zucchini
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes (optional)

Steps:

  • Cut pepper into 1" cubes, Cut onion in half and then quarter and separate the layers. Slice zucchini into 1/2" thick discs. Place in a mixing bowl and ddd the rest of the ingredients - toss to coat. Allow to marinate for 30 minutes to 6 hours.
  • Preheat grill and set gas to low heat (somewhat indirect heat on charcoal)- heat grill wok and add vegetables. Toss briefly and let cook for 2 - 4 minutes before checking for browning. Continue to toss every few minutes until carmelized and fabulous.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.5, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 519, Carbohydrate 10.2, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 5.2, Protein 3.3

GRILLED VEGETABLE COUSCOUS



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This could be a side dish to grilled meat, a light lunch, or a vegetarian main dish. Recipe is from Light and Tasty's June/July 2005 issue.

Provided by A Messy Cook

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 small zucchini, quartered lengthwise
1/2 medium eggplant, slice widthwise 1/2 inch thick
1 medium red bell pepper, quartered
1 small onion, sliced 1/2 inch thick
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
2 cups chicken broth or 2 cups vegetable broth
10 ounces uncooked couscous
1/2 cup chopped green onion
4 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 1/4 teaspoons minced fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Spritz vegetables with nonstick cooking spray and sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
  • Coat grill rack with nonstick cooking spray before preparing grill for indirect heat.
  • Arrange veggies on grill rack over indirect heat.
  • Grill, covered, over medium indirect heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until tender; let stand until cool enough to handle.
  • Bring broth to boil in a saucepan and stir in couscous; remove from heat, cover, and let stand for five minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Cut grilled veggies into ½ inch pieces.
  • Fluff couscous with a fork and add vegetables, green onions, lemon juice, thyme, and remaining salt and pepper.
  • Toss until combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.6, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 417.7, Carbohydrate 33.2, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 2.7, Protein 6.8

Tips:

- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you stay organized and prevent any mishaps. - Use fresh vegetables: Fresh vegetables will give your dish the best flavor and texture. If you can, buy them from a local farmer's market or organic grocery store. - Don't overcrowd the grill: When grilling vegetables, it's important to not overcrowd the grill. This will prevent them from cooking evenly. - Use a grill basket: A grill basket can be helpful for grilling small vegetables, such as cherry tomatoes or zucchini. - Keep an eye on the vegetables: Vegetables can burn quickly, so it's important to keep an eye on them while they're grilling. - Season the vegetables well: Season the vegetables with salt, pepper, and other spices before grilling. This will help them develop a delicious flavor. - Make a flavorful marinade: If you have time, marinate the vegetables in a flavorful marinade before grilling. This will help them absorb flavor and stay moist. - Serve the vegetables immediately: Grilled vegetables are best served immediately, while they're still hot and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Grilled Asian vegetable couscous is a delicious and healthy dish that's perfect for a summer cookout. The grilled vegetables are tender and flavorful, and the couscous is fluffy and light. This dish is also very versatile, so you can easily customize it to your liking. For example, you could use different types of vegetables, or you could add a different sauce or dressing. No matter how you make it, grilled Asian vegetable couscous is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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