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.
Cook time 25 min
Prep time 20 min
Ingredients:
6 cups pumpkin1 short spray cooking spray oil
1 cup couscous
2 cups spinach
2 tbsp olive oil
1/3 cup pomegranate
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.
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the peeled and cut pumpkin pieces onto a baking tray.
- Lightly spray the pumpkin with cooking spray oil to coat them evenly.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Sprinkle the pomegranate seeds over the couscous mixture.
- 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 per serving
6 ServingsCalories 88kcal
Protein 3.08g
Carbohydrates 18g
Fiber 1.63g
Sugar 4.52g
Fat 4.88g
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