SUMMER VEGETABLE STIR-FRY WITH COUSCOUS

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Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups diced peeled eggplant
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup couscous
2 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
2 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 cup diced peeled carrots
1 cup diced zucchini
1 cup diced yellow crookneck squash
1 cup small broccoli florets
1 cup diced red bell pepper
1/2 cup diced red onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Toss eggplant and 1 teaspoon salt in medium bowl; let stand 30 minutes. Rinse and drain eggplant. Pat dry.
  • Bring 1 1/2 cups water and 1/2 teaspoon salt to boil in large saucepan. Stir in couscous. Remove from heat. Cover; let stand 10 minutes. Uncover; fluff with fork.
  • Whisk 1 1/2 tablespoons oil and vinegar in small bowl. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in wok or large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add eggplant and carrots; stir-fry 3 minutes. Add zucchini and next 5 ingredients; stir-fry until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Add couscous and vinegar mixture; stir-fry 1 minute. Stir in basil and mint. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with pine nuts.

Kevin V
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a bag of frozen vegetables in my freezer and this stir-fry is a great way to use them up.


Alyssa carter
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook vegetables. This stir-fry is definitely a keeper.


Abdirahman Aways
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This is one of my favorite recipes to make when I'm short on time. It's quick and easy, but still tastes amazing.


Farido Mohamed
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the flavors and the presentation.


Mohammed Naseem
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This stir-fry is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet and savory sauce.


Leah Navedo
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use any type of vegetables that you have on hand and it will still turn out delicious.


Hanifkhan Hanifkhan
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This dish is perfect for a summer cookout. It's light and refreshing, but still filling.


Jd Shipu
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new and exciting vegetarian recipes. This stir-fry definitely fits the bill. It's packed with vegetables and the couscous adds a nice touch of heartiness.


Gideon Kinyangi
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Imtinan Abbas
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The vegetables were tender-crisp and the couscous was fluffy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


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This was a quick and easy weeknight meal that was also healthy and delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


STHEMBILE BULOSE
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I'm not a huge fan of couscous, but this dish changed my mind. The couscous was perfectly cooked and absorbed all the delicious flavors from the vegetables and sauce.


Salik Ansari
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This stir-fry was a hit with my family! The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the couscous was fluffy and flavorful. I especially loved the addition of the lemon zest, which gave the dish a bright and refreshing flavor.