Israeli Couscous with Saffron, Olives, and Spring Vegetables

Israeli couscous, also known as pearl couscous, is a type of pasta that was invented in Israel in the 1950s. It is made from semolina flour and has a chewy texture.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Israeli Couscous with Saffron, Olives, and Spring Vegetables

Cooking Method: Boiling, Sautéing Cuisine: Israeli, Mediterranean Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Spring

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Israeli couscous
• 1 pinch Saffron threads
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 cup Spring onions, chopped
• 2 clove Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup Zucchini, diced
• 1 cup Yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. In a large pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the saffron threads and Israeli couscous. Cook according to the package instructions.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the spring onions and garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
3. Add the zucchini and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
4. Add the cherry tomatoes and olives to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
5. Once the couscous is cooked, fluff it with a fork and transfer it to the skillet with the vegetables.
6. Add fresh parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
7. Remove from heat and let the dish rest for 5 minutes.
8. Serve the Israeli couscous with saffron, olives, and spring vegetables hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.