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Grilled Veggies and Couscous with Orange-Balsamic Dressing
5 from 3 votes

Grilled Veggies and Couscous with Orange-Balsamic Dressing

Celebrate grilling season with these delicious grilled veggies, served over couscous with a sweet and tangy orange-balsamic dressing. 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 268 kcal
Course: Side Dish, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Vegetarian, Vegan

Ingredients

  • 1 cup couscous
  • 2 cups water
  • ½ lb asparagus washed and trimmed
  • 2 bell pepper red
  • 1 red onion
  • 8 oz shiitake mushrooms washed and sliced, or baby portobello mushrooms
  • 1 ½ cups orange juice
  • ⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 shallot peeled and minced
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • olive oil
  • cilantro for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Bring water to a boil over medium heat, in a large pot. 
  2. Add a drizzle of olive oil and pinch of salt to the water.
  3. Add couscous to boiling water. Stir and cover pot. Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. In a small saucepan, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat.
  5. Add shallots and cook until slightly browned. 
  6. Add orange juice, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until reduced by about ⅓ (approximately 10 minutes). 
  7. Stir in 3 tbsp of the balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  8. Preheat grill.
  9. Slice red bell peppers and onions into 1" thick strips. 
  10. Combine all veggies in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and the remaining balsamic vinegar. Toss to coat. 
  11. Grill veggies in a large grill basket, until softened and slightly charred. Should take about 5-10 minutes. 
  12. Remove cover from couscous and use a fork to stir - it should result in a fluffy texture.
  13. Serve the grilled veggies over the couscous with a spoonful of orange-balsamic sauce.
  14. Garnish with cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Information

Calories 268kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 56g (19%) Protein 8g (16%) Sodium 21mg (1%) Potassium 582mg (12%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 16g (32%) Vitamin A 2480IU (50%) Vitamin C 128.2mg (142%) Calcium 54mg (5%) Iron 2.4mg (13%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 268

% Daily Value*

Calories 268kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 56g 19%
Protein 8g 16%
Sodium 21mg 1%
Potassium 582mg 12%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 16g 32%
Vitamin A 2480IU 50%
Vitamin C 128.2mg 142%
Calcium 54mg 5%
Iron 2.4mg 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.