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Vegan Meal Prep Moroccan Couscous with Chickpeas

Vegan Meal Prep Moroccan Couscous with Chickpeas

Experience the rich flavors of Moroccan Couscous with Chickpeas Vegan Meal Prep. A medley of spices, couscous, and chickpeas in a delightful meal ready to satisfy your cravings.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Lunch, Main, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine Mediterranean, Moroccan
Servings 4 meals

Ingredients
  

One Pot Couscous

  • 1 cup whole grain instant couscous
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • cup slivered almonds
  • cup raisins
  • 1 19oz can rinsed and drained chickpeas
  • ½ bunch chopped flat leaf parsley
  • ½ lemon juice, and 1 tbsp of the zest
  • 4 handfuls arugula

Maple Tahini Dressing

  • ¼ cup tahini
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1-2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp of each salt & pepper
  • water to adjust consistency if needed

Instructions
 

  • In a dutch oven or large pot on medium heat, add 1 tbsp of olive oil and the diced onion. Fry for 3 mins.
  • Next, add in turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon and toast the spices for 1 min, stirring constantly. Add in the chickpeas and stir constantly for another minute. Careful not to burn the spices.
  • Add in vegetable broth, and bring to a boil. Once the water is boiling add in the instant couscous, stir and remove the pot from heat.
  • Cover the pot with the lid, and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the maple tahini dressing by combining all dressing ingredients into a mason jar and shaking to combine.
  • Remove the lid from the couscous pot, and stir in raisins, chopped parsley, slivered almonds, salt, pepper, lemon zest and lemon juice.
  • Divide the cooked couscous mixture into 4 meal prep containers, add a big handful of arugula to each one, and drizzle with the maple tahini dressing when ready to serve. Enjoy!

Notes

Note: Nutritional information is approximate values and can vary significantly depending on the specific brands of ingredients used. Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only and should not be considered professional nutritional advice.

Nutrition

Serving: 250g | Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 7.5IU | Vitamin C: 7.5mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 3mg
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