Simple Tomato Couscous & Chickpeas
If you are looking for an easy dinner, this Simple Tomato Couscous & Chickpeas recipe is exactly what you need! Quick, easy & plant-based.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup pearl couscous dry
- 1 cup broth I used vegan chicken broth
- 2 cups crushed tomatoes
- 1 15-ounce can chickpeas drained & rinsed
- 1/2 lemon juiced
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped, plus more for serving
- 3 ounces vegan feta crumbled, optional
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic & dry seasonings and cook down for 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Pour in the couscous, broth, tomatoes & chickpeas and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, cover, lower heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Remove the lid and stir to fluff. Add the lemon juice & basil and stir to combine. Taste to to see if it needs salt.
- Serve hot and top with feta & fresh basil.
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Nutrition
Calories: 364kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 15g