COUSCOUS WITH THICK TOMATO VEGETABLE SAUCE

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Couscous With Thick Tomato Vegetable Sauce image

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, lunch, weekday, main course, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound onions, chopped coarse
2 large cloves garlic, chopped fine
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound yellow or red and green peppers, chopped coarse
1/2 pound carrots, chopped fine
3/4 pound mushrooms, trimmed and chopped coarse
1 28-ounce can no-salt-added tomato puree
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 cup water
1 1/2 cups instant couscous

Steps:

  • Saute onions and garlic in hot oil in a nonstick skillet until onions soften and begin to brown.
  • Add peppers, carrots and mushrooms and continue cooking over medium heat for 15 minutes.
  • Add tomato puree, oregano, basil and water and cook over low heat for about 15 minutes longer, until flavors are well blended.
  • Meanwhile, cook couscous, following directions on package. To serve, pour the sauce over the couscous.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 452, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 90 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 430 milligrams, Sugar 21 grams

Michael Worlanyo Kudiewu
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal. The couscous is a good source of fiber and the vegetables are packed with nutrients. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and satisfying meal.


Stacy Tomplait
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different vegetables, different types of couscous, and even different sauces. It always turns out great. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a customizable dish.


naseem ullah
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make and can be served warm or cold. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a dish to bring to a gathering.


rizwan akram
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The sweetness of the tomatoes, the tanginess of the lemon, and the spiciness of the chili powder all come together perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Jayrah Jansen
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This is a great recipe for vegetarians or vegans. It's packed with vegetables and the sauce is very flavorful. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and delicious meal.


TiffandAxel Sanchez
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. I'm not usually a fan of couscous, but the thick tomato vegetable sauce made it really delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Sophie Salarda
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The couscous cooks in just minutes and the sauce is very flavorful. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my family.


EHC Gournadi
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile. I've made it with different vegetables and even different types of couscous. It always turns out great. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone.


mahmud shazan
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This was my first time making couscous and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


ApostleRayLive
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I especially love the thick tomato vegetable sauce. It's so flavorful and pairs perfectly with the couscous.


Whab Mughal
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This recipe is a winner! The flavors are so well-balanced and the couscous is cooked perfectly. I added some extra vegetables, like zucchini and bell pepper, and it turned out even better. My family loved it.