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40-Minute Mediterranean Lentil Couscous Bowl That Will Wow You

Mediterranean lentil couscous bowl
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A nutritious and flavorful Mediterranean lentil couscous bowl packed with roasted vegetables and protein-rich lentils.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked brown or green lentils
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 1 small eggplant, chopped
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced
  • 1 small onion, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the eggplant, zucchini, onion, and red bell pepper. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
  3. Stir in the garlic, tomatoes, salt, black pepper, oregano, and thyme.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and saucy.
  5. While the vegetables cook, bring the vegetable broth, olive oil, and salt to a simmer in a small saucepan.
  6. Remove the saucepan from the heat, stir in the couscous, cover, and let it sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  7. In a small bowl, toss the cooked lentils with olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  8. Divide the couscous between serving bowls.
  9. Spoon the lentils alongside the couscous.
  10. Add the ratatouille vegetables to the bowl and top with chopped fresh parsley or basil.
  11. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Swap couscous with quinoa for a gluten-free option.

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