Harvest Vegetable Tagine with Apricot Couscous

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A fragrant North African stew with slow-cooked root vegetables and sweet apricots, served over fluffy, spiced couscous for a comforting weeknight meal. This moroccan-inspired vegetarian ready in about 50 minutes pairs sliced 1/4-inch thick carrots, medium, thinly sliced fennel bulb, halved dried apricots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.0 (9 ratings) Prep: 25 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Moroccan cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add 1 lb diced sweet potatoes, 8 oz sliced carrots, and 1 medium sliced fennel bulb. Cook for 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
  2. Step 2: Stir in 1/2 cup dried apricot halves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 2 cups chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 20 minutes until vegetables are fork-tender.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, prepare couscous by placing 1.5 cups couscous in a bowl and pouring 2 cups hot broth over it. Cover and let sit for 10 minutes until fluffy.
  4. Step 4: Fluff couscous with a fork, then gently fold in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Serve vegetable tagine over the couscous.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Harvest Vegetable Tagine with Apricot Couscous take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (25 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Harvest Vegetable Tagine with Apricot Couscous?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sliced 1/4-inch thick carrots from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Harvest Vegetable Tagine with Apricot Couscous?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Harvest Vegetable Tagine with Apricot Couscous for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Harvest Vegetable Tagine with Apricot Couscous?

Moroccan vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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