Curried Couscous with Spinach and Chickpeas

Curried Couscous with Spinach and Chickpeas
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    45 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    124

A vibrant and flavorful vegetarian delight! This Curried Couscous, enriched with spinach and chickpeas, is a quick and satisfying meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner. The vegetable broth adds depth and heartiness, while the curry spices offer a warm, aromatic experience. A dollop of plain yogurt on top provides a cool, creamy counterpoint to the savory dish.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    75 g
  • Fiber
    15 g
  • Protein
    17 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    666 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh dill, and crushed garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions become translucent and fragrant (approximately 5 minutes).

02

Step

Stir in the frozen spinach. Increase the heat to medium-high and cook until the spinach begins to wilt and release its moisture (approximately 5-10 minutes).

03

Step

Pour in the pale dry sherry and cook until most of the liquid has evaporated, intensifying the flavors (approximately 5 minutes).

04

Step

Add the curry powder, cayenne pepper, and drained chickpeas. Pour in 1 cup of the vegetable broth and cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

05

Step

Add the remaining 1 cup of vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Remove the skillet from the heat, stir in the whole wheat couscous, and cover tightly. Let it sit until the couscous has absorbed all the liquid and is tender (approximately 5-10 minutes).

06

Step

Season with salt to taste. Serve hot, garnished with a dollop of plain yogurt, if desired.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider toasting the couscous in a dry pan for a few minutes before adding it to the broth. This will give it a nuttier taste.
Feel free to add other vegetables such as bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms for added nutrients and texture.
If you don't have sherry on hand, you can substitute it with dry white wine or a splash of lemon juice for a similar acidity.
Adjust the amount of curry powder and cayenne pepper to suit your personal spice preference.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 41 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Kody Donnelly

    Next time I will try adding some raisins for a touch of sweetness.

  • Riley Schowalter

    I found it a little bland, so I added a bit more curry powder and some chili flakes.

  • Nelle Hermiston

    I added some chopped red bell pepper and it was a great addition.

  • Maverick Stanton

    I used regular couscous instead of whole wheat and it turned out great.

  • Jovani Kozey

    This is my new favorite vegetarian meal! Thank you for sharing this recipe.

  • Golda Schuster

    This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! So easy and flavorful.

  • Alex West

    My kids loved this! I was surprised they ate all the spinach.

  • Antwan Larson

    I didn't have any sherry so I used a splash of apple cider vinegar and it worked perfectly.

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