Couscous Saffron Recipe | Fluffy & Aromatic Side Dish

Fluffy saffron couscous with herbs and spices. A quick, healthy recipe that’s both delicious and satisfying.

4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1/3 tsp saffron powder
  • 1 cup couscous (uncooked)
  • 25 fl. oz water (for couscous)
  • 2 tbsp grapeseed oil
  • 1 red onion (chopped)
  • 1/2 jalapeño pepper
  • 1/2 sweet potato (diced)
  • 10–12 mushrooms
  • 8–10 baby tomatoes
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 green pepper (plus 1 small green pepper for roasting)
  • 3 garlic cloves (diced)
  • 2 cups cooked chickpeas
  • 2 cups cooked green beans
  • fresh cilantro and parsley (for garnish)
  • salt and pepper to taste.
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