Couscous with a Kick!

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup Israeli couscous (170g)
• 1 cup vegetable broth (240 ml)
• 1 red bell pepper, diced (150g)
• 1 green bell pepper, diced (150g)
• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced (150g)
• 1 onion, chopped (120g)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (6g)
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro (10g)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (5g)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin (2g)
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander (2g)
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (1g)
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (0.5g)
• 1/4 cup olive oil (60 ml)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Easy (1/5)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a medium saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a simmer over medium heat.
2. Add couscous and stir. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until couscous is tender and all liquid is absorbed.
3. While couscous is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add bell peppers, onion, and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened about 10 minutes.
4. Stir in cilantro, parsley, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute longer.
5. Fluff couscous with a fork and add to the skillet with vegetables. Stir to combine.
6. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250 per serving
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 10g
• Fiber: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Vibrant and flavorful
• Packed with vegetables
• Aromatic with warm spices
• Easy to make and customizable

User Comments:

• "This Couscous with a Kick! is so delicious! It's the perfect blend of sweet and spicy."
• "I love how easy this dish is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy meal."
• "The vegetables in this couscous are cooked perfectly. They're tender but still have a slight crunch."
• "This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables."
• "I would definitely recommend this Couscous with a Kick! to anyone looking for a flavorful and healthy vegetarian meal."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have vegetable broth, you can use water instead.
• Add more or less cayenne pepper depending on your desired spice level.
• Serve with a side of hummus or tzatziki for extra flavor.