Moroccan Tagine Vegetable Skewers with Lemon-Herb Couscous

Colorful vegetable skewers marinated in aromatic tagine spices, grilled to perfection and served with a light and refreshing lemon-herb couscous.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

475

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£2.05

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Lunch•Dinner

Cuisine:

British

Cooking Style:

Grilling

Mood:

Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

1Eggplant(cut into 1-inch cubes)

£1.20

1Zucchini(cut into 1-inch cubes)

£0.80

2Bell Peppers(one red, one yellow, cut into 1-inch pieces)

£1.20

1Red Onion(cut into wedges)

£0.30

1cupCherry Tomatoes

£1.00

3tablespoonsOlive Oil

£0.40

2tablespoonsTagine Spice Blend(can be store-bought or homemade)

£0.75

1tablespoonLemon Juice

£0.20

0.5teaspoonSalt(or to taste)

£0.01

0.3teaspoonBlack Pepper(or to taste)

£0.02

1cupCouscous(instant couscous)

£0.30

1.3cupsVegetable Broth

£0.50

2tablespoonsLemon Juice

£0.20

1tablespoonOlive Oil

£0.40

0.3cupFresh Parsley(chopped)

£0.40

0.3cupFresh Mint(chopped)

£0.50

0.3teaspoonSalt(or to taste)

£0.01

0.1teaspoonBlack Pepper(or to taste)

£0.02

Total Cost

£8.21

£2.05 per serving

The Method

1
**Prepare the Marinade:** In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, tagine spice blend, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
2
**Marinate the Vegetables:** Add the eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, red onion, and cherry tomatoes to the bowl. Toss to coat evenly with the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes (or longer for more flavor).
3
**Prepare the Skewers:** Thread the marinated vegetables onto skewers, alternating colors and types of vegetables. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent burning.
4
**Cook the Couscous:** In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Stir in the couscous, then remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed.
5
**Fluff the Couscous:** Fluff the couscous with a fork. Stir in the 2 tablespoons lemon juice, olive oil, fresh parsley, fresh mint, salt, and pepper.
6
**Grill the Skewers:** Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium heat. Grill the skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
7
**Serve:** Serve the grilled vegetable skewers immediately over a bed of lemon-herb couscous.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (350g)

475 kcal / 1987 kJ

Carbs

59g

23% of RDA

Fat

23g

33% of RDA

Protein

12g

24% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

11 g

37% of RDA

Sugar

20 g

22% of RDA

Sodium

650 mg

28% of RDA

Saturated Fat

3 g

15% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a smoky flavor, use a charcoal grill. If you don't have a grill, you can bake the skewers in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through.

Adjust the amount of tagine spice blend to your preference. Start with less and add more to taste.

Add a dollop of plain yogurt or a sprinkle of chopped almonds for extra flavor and texture.

Other vegetables such as mushrooms, butternut squash, or sweet potatoes can also be used.

Cooking Equipment

Mixing Bowls

Skewers

Grill or Grill Pan

Saucepan

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Chef's Tips

For a smoky flavor, use a charcoal grill. If you don't have a grill, you can bake the skewers in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through.

Adjust the amount of tagine spice blend to your preference. Start with less and add more to taste.

Add a dollop of plain yogurt or a sprinkle of chopped almonds for extra flavor and texture.

Other vegetables such as mushrooms, butternut squash, or sweet potatoes can also be used.

Moroccan Tagine Vegetable Skewers with Lemon-Herb Couscous

Ingredients

The Method