Israeli Moroccan Couscous

The vegetables can be cubed, but will take longer to cook.

Step: 1

Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat; saute onion until golden. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Stir in carrots, turnips and sweet potato. Reduce heat to medium and simmer 15 minutes.

Step: 2

Reduce heat to low and add zucchini and red bell pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes.

Step: 3

Stir in garbanzo beans, tomato sauce, cinnamon, turmeric, saffron and curry powder. Simmer until heated through.

Step: 4

Meanwhile, bring 2 1/2 cups water to a boil. Stir in couscous, cover and remove from heat. Let stand 5 to 7 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve with vegetables on top.

Per Serving: 282 calories; protein 9.4g; carbohydrates 55.2g; fat 2.8g; sodium 634.3mg.

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