Roasted Veggie & Feta Couscous (Printable version)

Colorful roasted vegetables meets fluffy couscous and tangy feta in this Mediterranean-inspired bake.

# Needed ingredients:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
02 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 small red onion, sliced
05 - 1 small eggplant, diced
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Couscous

10 - 1 cup couscous
11 - 1 cup hot vegetable broth
12 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Cheese & Finish

14 - 5 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
16 - 1 tablespoon pine nuts, optional

# How to make it:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
02 - On a large baking sheet, toss zucchini, red and yellow peppers, red onion, and eggplant with olive oil, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Spread in a single layer.
03 - Roast vegetables for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and lightly caramelized.
04 - Place couscous in a large bowl. Pour hot vegetable broth, lemon juice, and olive oil over couscous. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
05 - Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
06 - Combine roasted vegetables and couscous in a large mixing bowl. Stir in half of the crumbled feta and half of the parsley.
07 - Transfer the mixture to a greased 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle remaining feta over the top.
08 - Bake uncovered for 15 minutes, until feta is slightly golden.
09 - Remove from oven, sprinkle with remaining parsley and pine nuts, if using. Serve warm.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • Vibrant Mediterranean vegetables provide essential nutrients and fiber.
  • Easy to prepare as a healthy side dish or a light vegetarian main.
  • The combination of roasted textures and creamy feta is incredibly satisfying.
02 -
  • Ensure your roasting pan is large enough so vegetables are in a single layer; this prevents them from steaming and helps them caramelize.
  • Always fluff your couscous with a fork to maintain a light, non-clumpy texture before mixing with the vegetables.
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