COUSCOUS & ROASTED SPICED CHICKPEAS & PINE NUTS

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This is a great flavourful vegetarian dish or serve along side meat or seafood. You can use regular couscous but the large grain Israeli couscous is the best I think. If you use the Israeli couscous increase the water to 3 cups and cook till done, drain if necessary, I slightly saute the spinach for mine.

Provided by Kermit in Huntsville

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (19 ounce) can chickpeas
3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 cup couscous
1 cup water (boiling)
1 lemon (zested)
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
3 tablespoons of fresh mint
1 bunch arugula (or Spinach)
1/4 cup pine nuts (toasted)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Combine first seven ingredients (1 tablespoon oil) and mix thoroughly.
  • Place on parchment lined baking sheet.
  • Bake for 20 minutes shaking pan as needed till crispy.
  • Combine the couscous of your choice as directed on the package.
  • Combine remaining 2 tablespoons of oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, mint, and shake well.
  • Add arugula or spinach to the hot couscous.
  • Mix the vinaigrette with the couscous mixture.
  • Divide among bowls,.
  • Sprinkle on the chick peas over top and also the pine nuts.
  • Enjoy!

Ogunleye Dayo
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This was a great recipe! The couscous was light and fluffy, and the chickpeas were crispy and flavorful. The pine nuts added a nice nutty flavor, and the spices gave the dish a nice depth of flavor.


Fariha Tabassum
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The couscous cooks quickly, and the roasted chickpeas add a nice crunch.


Brianna Watson
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I made this recipe for dinner last night, and it was a big hit with my family. Everyone loved the flavors.


Omor faruk Sourav
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This was a great recipe! The couscous was light and fluffy, and the chickpeas were crispy and flavorful. The pine nuts added a nice nutty flavor, and the spices gave the dish a nice depth of flavor.


Benjamin Aguilar1308
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The couscous cooks quickly, and the roasted chickpeas add a nice crunch.


Henry Gomez
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I made this recipe for dinner last night, and it was a big hit with my family. Everyone loved the flavors.


Veronica Homola
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This was a great recipe! The couscous was light and fluffy, and the chickpeas were crispy and flavorful. The pine nuts added a nice nutty flavor, and the spices gave the dish a nice depth of flavor.


Mdrabbi Ahmed
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I love this recipe! The couscous is fluffy and flavorful, and the roasted chickpeas are crispy and delicious. The pine nuts add a nice touch of sweetness, and the spices give the dish a nice kick.


Akoko success
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The couscous cooks quickly, and the roasted chickpeas add a nice crunch.


Md gifary Md.gifary
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I made this recipe for dinner last night, and it was a big hit with my family. Everyone loved the flavors.


M Ahtasham
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This dish was easy to make and very tasty. The couscous was light and fluffy, and the chickpeas were crispy and flavorful. The pine nuts added a nice nutty flavor, and the spices gave the dish a nice depth of flavor.


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This was a great recipe! The couscous was fluffy and flavorful, and the roasted chickpeas were crispy and delicious. The pine nuts added a nice touch of sweetness, and the spices gave the dish a nice kick. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Sherlock Syfox
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I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a big success! Everyone loved it. The couscous was cooked perfectly, and the chickpeas were roasted to perfection. The pine nuts added a nice touch of crunch, and the spices gave the dish a nice flavor. I


Tamana Andarabi
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This dish was easy to make and very delicious. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. The couscous was light and fluffy, and the chickpeas were crispy and flavorful. The pine nuts added a nice nutty flavor, and the spices gave th


Rudolph “Glow” The Rednosed Reindeer
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The couscous was fluffy and flavorful, and the roasted chickpeas added a nice crunch. The pine nuts added a touch of sweetness, and the spices gave the dish a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again!