Vegetarian Couscous with Roasted Tomatillos & Corn
Roasted tomatillos, corn & jalapenos are combined in this easy Vegetarian Couscous recipe! It's the perfect Mexican side dish, made in just 15 minutes!
Ingredients
- 2 tomatillos, husks removed
- 1 ear corn
- 1 cup water
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup couscous
- ¼ cup tomatoes, chopped
- ½ cup red onion, diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded & minced
- 1 tbsp lime juice, fresh squeezed
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat a grill to medium.
- Place the tomatillos on a piece of foil on the grill, turn occasionally for 8-10 minutes. Remove the tomatillos once they become slightly charred on the outside.
- Add the corn to the grill, directly on the grill grate, cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until the corn kernels start to brown, then remove from the grill.
- Add the water and salt to a medium saucepan, place on the stove over high heat.
- When the water comes to a boil, remove from the heat and add the couscous.
- Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, remove the lid and fluff with a fork.
- Chop the roasted tomatillos and add to the couscous.
- Use a sharp knife to remove the corn kernels from the cob, then add to the couscous.
- Add the tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno, lime juice, cumin and cilantro to the couscous.
- Stir to combine everything and serve.
Notes
- Additions: Turn this side dish into a meal by adding these protein packed vegetarian ingredients.
- Black Beans
- Roasted Sweet Potatoes
- Soy Chorizo
- Gluten Free: Couscous is not gluten free, yet gluten free couscous alternatives made from corn or potato can be found online or at some grocery stores.
- Vegan: This recipe is vegan.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 202kcal (10%)Carbohydrates 42g (14%)Protein 6g (12%)Sodium 300mg (13%)Potassium 217mg (6%)Fiber 3g (12%)Sugar 2g (2%)Vitamin A 195mg (4%)Vitamin C 11.2mg (14%)Calcium 15mg (2%)Iron 0.8mg (4%)
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