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One-Pot Moroccan Couscous with Chickpeas

One-Pot Moroccan Couscous with Chickpeas Recipe
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Experience the vibrant flavors of Morocco with this One-Pot Moroccan Couscous with Chickpeas Recipe, a quick and nourishing meal that takes just 15 minutes to prepare. This delightful dish combines fluffy couscous, protein-packed chickpeas, and a medley of aromatic spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a satisfying lunch, it’s customizable with your favorite vegetables and can be served warm or cold. Whether you’re enjoying it solo or sharing it at a potluck, this colorful one-pot wonder is sure to impress everyone at the table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or vegetable broth)
  • 1 medium red onion (diced)
  • 1 large bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 medium carrot (diced)
  • 2 large garlic cloves (minced)
  • 3/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 15 ounces chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed)
  • 5 Peppadew piquanté peppers (jarred, chopped (or 1/4 cup golden raisins))
  • 1 cup Moroccan couscous
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup chopped parsley (plus more for garnish)
  • 1 small lemon (zest and juice, or to taste)
  • 2 small avocados (chopped)
  • Vegan sour cream

Instructions

  1. In a medium-large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and carrot; cook until tender. Stir in garlic.
  2. Add spices and cook for another minute until fragrant. Mix in chickpeas and Peppadew peppers or golden raisins.
  3. Pour vegetable broth into the skillet; bring to a simmer. Remove from heat and stir in couscous and parsley. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  4. Fluff with a fork, then add lemon zest and juice to taste before serving.

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