Lemon Couscous with Roasted Broccoli and Chickpeas
Brighten up your dinner table with this invigorating Lemon Couscous with Roasted Broccoli and Chickpeas. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish combines fluffy couscous, crispy roasted chickpeas, and tender broccoli, all infused with zesty lemon flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, it’s both nutritious and satisfying. Whether served warm or chilled, this versatile dish is sure to impress family and friends alike! Easy to prepare, healthy, and bursting with flavor, it will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 2 cups water
- 1 cup couscous
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 medium cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil and salt lightly. Stir in couscous, cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 3-5 minutes until tender. Fluff with a fork.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss broccoli florets and drained chickpeas with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a greased sheet pan. Spread them in a single layer.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes until the broccoli is tender and chickpeas are crispy.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for about 1-2 minutes.
- Combine cooked couscous, roasted veggies, lemon zest, lemon juice, and parsley in the skillet. Season to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg