Roast pumpkin, spinach and pomegrante couscous

Experience the delightful fusion of flavors with this Roast Pumpkin, Spinach, and Pomegranate Couscous recipe. Featuring golden, caramelized pumpkin, fresh spinach, and juicy pomegranate arils, all tossed in a light olive oil dressing, this dish is a nutritious and stunning addition to your table. Perfect as a vibrant side dish or a satisfying vegetarian main course.

  • 11 Apr 2025
  • Cook time 25 min
  • Prep time 20 min
  • 6 Servings
  • 6 Ingredients

Roast pumpkin, spinach and pomegrante couscous

Roast pumpkin, spinach, and pomegranate couscous is a delightful and nutritious dish that combines the earthy flavors of roasted pumpkin with the fresh tastes of spinach and the sweet-tart pop of pomegranate seeds. This recipe is perfect for a healthy yet delectable meal that’s full of color and taste. It's relatively easy to prepare and makes for an impressive side or a light main course.

Ingredients:

6 cups pumpkin
720g
1 short spray cooking spray oil
0.30g
1 cup couscous
230g
2 cups spinach
60g
2 tbsp olive oil
27g
1/3 cup pomegranate
50g

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Pumpkin:
- Place the peeled and cut pumpkin pieces onto a baking tray.
- Lightly spray the pumpkin with cooking spray oil to coat them evenly.
3. Roast the Pumpkin:
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender and slightly caramelized around the edges. Stir halfway through the cooking time to ensure even roasting.
4. Prepare the Couscous:
- While the pumpkin is roasting, prepare the couscous. Bring 1 1/2 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
- Remove from heat, stir in the couscous, cover, and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the couscous with a fork after it has absorbed the water. Transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
5. Combine Ingredients:
- Once the pumpkin is ready, add the roasted pumpkin to the couscous in the mixing bowl.
- Add the roughly chopped spinach to the couscous and pumpkin mixture.
6. Dress the Couscous:
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the couscous mixture.
- Toss everything gently to combine, making sure the spinach wilts slightly from the heat of the couscous and pumpkin.
7. Add Final Touch:
- Sprinkle the pomegranate seeds over the couscous mixture.
8. Serve:
- Serve the Roast Pumpkin, Spinach, and Pomegranate Couscous warm or at room temperature.

Tips:

- When roasting pumpkin, make sure to cut it into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking. You can also experiment with seasoning the pumpkin before roasting to add extra layers of flavor.

- To enhance the flavor of the couscous, consider using vegetable or chicken broth instead of water. Fluff the couscous with a fork after cooking to keep the grains light and separate.

- If you prefer, you can lightly wilt the spinach in a pan with a bit of olive oil before adding it to the dish. This will give it a slightly different texture and flavor.

- To easily de-seed a pomegranate, cut it in half underwater to prevent the juice from splattering and to help the seeds come out more easily.

- Combine all the ingredients while the pumpkin is still warm to slightly wilt the spinach and meld the flavors together. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss gently to combine.

This roast pumpkin, spinach, and pomegranate couscous recipe is not only tasty but also full of nutrients. The combination of roasted pumpkin, fresh spinach, and pomegranate seeds creates a vibrant and flavorful dish that is sure to impress. Enjoy this meal as a wonderful accompaniment to your main dishes or as a standalone nutritious option.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size180 grams
Energy
Calories 88kcal4%
Protein
Protein 3.08g2%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 18g5%
Fiber 1.63g4%
Sugar 4.52g5%
Fat
Fat 4.88g6%
Saturated 0.72g2%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 540ug60%
Choline 14mg2%
Vitamin B1 0.10mg8%
Vitamin B2 0.17mg13%
Vitamin B3 1.17mg7%
Vitamin B6 0.12mg7%
Vitamin B9 40ug10%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 15mg16%
Vitamin E 1.57mg10%
Vitamin K 50ug43%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 36mg3%
Copper, Cu 0.19mg21%
Iron, Fe 1.24mg11%
Magnesium, Mg 27mg7%
Phosphorus, P 70mg5%
Potassium, K 500mg15%
Selenium, Se 11ug20%
Sodium, Na 14mg1%
Zinc, Zn 0.55mg5%
Water
Water 150g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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