Vegetable Couscous

Vegetable Couscous

Recipe By : Global Vegetarian, by Jay Solomon, page 122

4 Preparation Time :

Categories : Beans And Legumes Main Dishes, Vegetarian

Pasta, Couscous, Etc. Vegetables

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -- -- --

1 tablespoon canola oil

1 small yellow onion -- diced

1 medium red bell pepper -- seeded and diced

1 cup diced zucchini

1 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 1/2 cups water

2 scallions -- chopped

1 cup couscous

15 ounces canned red kidney beans or chickpeas -- drained

Makes 4 servings.

This makes an enticing bed for grilled vegetables, curries, and hearty stews.

In a medium saucepan, heat the oil. Add the onion, bell pepper, and 7 minutes. Add the seasonings and cook for minute more. Add the water and scallions and bring to a boil. Stir in the

couscous and beans, if desired, cover, and remove from the heat. Let stand for 10 minutes.

Fluff the couscous before serving.

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