Moroccan Chickpeas and Vegetables with Couscous

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  • Number of Servings: 6
Ingredients
1 1/3 tbsp olive oil1 1/2 cup sweet potato, diced in 1/2" cubes3/4 cup onion, diced1 medium bell pepper(any color), diced2/3 tbsp ground cumin1/4 tsp salt1 can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth3/4 cups frozen peas3/4 cup whole wheat couscous, dry1/4 cup cilantro, mincedGarlic Chili Sauce (Sambal Oleek) optional
Directions
Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add olive oil and heat until shimmering. Add sweet potato, onion, pepper, cumin, and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion begins to sizzle; about 2 minutes.

Add garbanzos, and stir to coat. Add the broth and bring to a low boil. Reduce heat, cover and cook 10 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender.

Add the peas, and return to a boil. Add the couscous and stir. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and stir in the cilantro. Serve with the chili sauce if desired.

Makes 6 servings.

Number of Servings: 6

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user XTMONT.

Servings Per Recipe: 6
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 261.1
  • Total Fat: 4.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
  • Sodium: 352.2 mg
  • Total Carbs: 46.6 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 8.3 g
  • Protein: 9.0 g

Member Reviews
  • NHELENE
    I didn't use the chili sauce, and I think the recipe needed it. It was very easy to prepare and tasted good, if a little bland. I will definitely make this recipe again, but I'll add some garlic and other spices. - 8/17/10