MOROCCAN COUSCOUS PILAF

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This was the healthy recipe of the day on my "MyYahoo" page. Sounds tasty! ..."Hearty enough to serve as a main course or a substantial side dish."

Provided by MackinacBride

Categories     Beans

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup diced butternut squash
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 small yellow onion, diced
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 cup couscous, preferably whole-wheat
2 cups boiling water
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Place squash in a vegetable steaming basket over boiling water.
  • Cover and steam until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Set aside.
  • Spray a large saucepan with cooking spray and set the pan over medium heat.
  • Add bell peppers and onions and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes.
  • Add all seasonings/spices and stir to coat the vegetables.
  • Add couscous and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat.
  • Add boiling water to the pan.
  • Cover and set aside for 7 minutes to steam.
  • Fluff gently with a fork and add steamed squash, chickpeas and parsley.
  • Toss to mix, serve warm.

Lil Rich
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This couscous pilaf is so delicious.


Achraf Hallal
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I love the combination of spices in this couscous pilaf.


Gregg Diehl
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This couscous pilaf is so easy to make.


Fouzia Akther
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This couscous pilaf is so flavorful.


ali mushtaq
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This couscous pilaf is perfect for a potluck.


judy changangu
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal.


Lex P
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I will definitely be making this couscous pilaf again.


SK SHOHEL 465
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This couscous pilaf is so easy to make.


Jerome Cruz
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I love the combination of flavors in this couscous pilaf.


Nam bahadur Gurung
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This is the best couscous pilaf recipe I've ever tried.


RENTU RAHMAN
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This couscous pilaf is delicious! The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Sago Sago
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I made this couscous pilaf for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the flavors and the texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Atif Hsn
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The couscous pilaf is flavorful and satisfying, and it's a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I will definitely be making this again.


tabark park
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The couscous pilaf was easy to make and it turned out so flavorful. I loved the combination of spices and the tender vegetables. I will definitely be making this again.


Upendo Edson
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This couscous pilaf is delicious! The flavors are well-balanced and the texture is perfect. I especially love the addition of the dried fruits and nuts. I will definitely be making this again.


Simukas Lakaka
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This recipe is a keeper! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The couscous is fluffy and flavorful, the vegetables are tender-crisp, and the sauce is rich and savory. I will definitely be making this again.


SahilZubair SahilZubair
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I followed the recipe exactly and the couscous pilaf turned out perfect. It was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a hit!


choudhary adnan
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This is the best couscous pilaf recipe I've ever tried! The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


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