A colorful Mediterranean bake with tender roasted vegetables, fluffy couscous, and creamy feta cheese. Ideal for easy weeknight dining or entertaining guests.
# Components:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
02 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 small red onion, sliced
05 - 1 small eggplant, diced
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Couscous
10 - 1 cup couscous
11 - 1 cup hot vegetable broth
12 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Cheese & Finish
14 - 5 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
16 - 1 tablespoon pine nuts, optional
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. On a large baking sheet, combine zucchini, red and yellow peppers, red onion, and eggplant with olive oil, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Distribute in a single layer.
02 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized.
03 - Place couscous in a large bowl. Pour hot vegetable broth, lemon juice, and olive oil over couscous. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
04 - Reduce oven temperature to 375°F.
05 - Combine roasted vegetables and couscous in a large mixing bowl. Stir in half of the crumbled feta and half of the parsley.
06 - Transfer the mixture to a greased 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle remaining feta over the top.
07 - Bake uncovered for 15 minutes, until feta is slightly golden.
08 - Remove from oven and sprinkle with remaining parsley and pine nuts if using. Serve warm.
