Mediterranean-Inspired Spiced Couscous Bowl

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Ingredients
- 200g couscous
- 400ml vegetable broth
- 1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Steps
- In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add couscous, stir, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- While the couscous is resting, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced bell pepper and zucchini, sautéing until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the drained chickpeas to the skillet, then sprinkle with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well and cook for another 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- Combine the sautéed vegetables and chickpeas with the fluffed couscous. Drizzle with lemon juice and mix well to combine.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.