🥗 Roasted Veggie Feta Couscous
🌿 Description
A colorful Mediterranean-inspired dish loaded with roasted vegetables, fluffy couscous, and creamy feta. It’s light yet satisfying—perfect as a main or a hearty side.
📝 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup vegetable broth or water
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
👩🍳 Instructions
- Roast the veggies:
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Toss zucchini, bell pepper, tomatoes, and onion with olive oil, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Spread on a baking tray and roast for 20–25 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
- Prepare couscous:
- Bring broth or water to a boil.
- Pour over couscous in a bowl, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork.
- Combine:
- Add roasted vegetables to couscous.
- Stir in lemon juice, parsley, and feta cheese.
- Serve:
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Pair with grilled chicken, fish, or chickpeas for extra protein
- Serve as a meal-prep lunch—it keeps well
💡 Tips & Variations
- Add olives or sun-dried tomatoes for deeper flavor
- Toss in chickpeas or lentils to make it more filling
- Use whole wheat couscous for extra fiber
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make this ahead?
Yes! It tastes even better after a few hours as flavors meld.
Q: Can I serve it cold?
Absolutely—it works great as a salad.
Q: What can I use instead of feta?
Try goat cheese or a vegan feta alternative.
