Taste Morocco in Minutes: Quick and Easy Couscous Bowls

Joe Squatch

Joe Squatch

March 26, 2025

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Moroccan cuisine offers vibrant flavors that can elevate any meal. With quick and easy couscous bowls, anyone can enjoy a taste of Morocco in just minutes.

These bowls are not only delicious but also customizable, making them a perfect choice for busy days.

Moroccan Chicken Couscous Bowl

A Moroccan Chicken Couscous Bowl combines flavors and textures for a delightful meal.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, zucchini)
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Prepare couscous according to package instructions.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan, add chicken, and season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned.
  3. Toss in mixed vegetables and cook until tender.
  4. Mix the cooked couscous with chicken and vegetables.
  5. Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley. Enjoy!

Hereโ€™s a variation of this recipe:

Moroccan-Inspired Cauliflower And Couscous Salad

This salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making it both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup of couscous
  • 1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC).
  2. Toss the cauliflower with olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes until golden.
  4. Meanwhile, cook the couscous according to package instructions.
  5. In a bowl, combine couscous and roasted cauliflower.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley.

You can also cook it this way:

Harissa Prawn & Vegetable Couscous

Harissa prawn and vegetable couscous combine juicy prawns with colorful veggies for a quick and satisfying option.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup couscous
  • 200g raw prawns, peeled
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons harissa paste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Cook couscous according to package instructions.
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil and sautรฉ vegetables until tender.
  3. Add prawns and harissa, cooking until prawns are pink.

Once ready, fluff the couscous and mix in the prawn and vegetable mixture. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.

Hereโ€™s a video tutorial for this dish:

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