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Zucchini and Harissa Couscous

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large zucchini diced
  • garlic powder
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 1 cup dry pearl couscous
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 heaping teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3 tablespoons harissa paste
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • to garnish: chopped cilantro

Instructions

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large, deep lidded skillet over medium-high heat. Once oil is heated, add the zucchini and season with a dusting of garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir and let cook for 5 minutes until starting to brown and softened. Set aside in a bowl.
  • Set the pan back over medium-high heat and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the onion, season with salt and pepper and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add the couscous, garlic, cumin and cook another 3 to 4 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add a splash of water and stir until mostly evaporated. Add the harissa and 2 1/2 cups of water, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10 minutes or until couscous is al dente.
  • Add the tomatoes, cooked zucchini, and season with salt and pepper. Let cook for 4 minutes or until tomatoes are softened. Stir in the lemon juice. Taste and adjust with more salt, if needed.
  • Garnish with cilantro and serve.