How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Couscous Pilaf: An Adventure With Vegetables, Minus The Caraway Recipe?

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1 carrot, thinly sliced, 1 parsnip, thinly sliced, 1 yellow squash, cut into 3/4 inch chunks, and more.

Couscous Pilaf: An Adventure With Vegetables, Minus

Name: Couscous Pilaf: An Adventure With Vegetables, Minus The Caraway Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 carrot, thinly sliced; 1 parsnip, thinly sliced; 1 yellow squash, cut into 3/4 inch chunks; 1 zucchini, cut into 3/4 inch chunks; 1 onion, finely diced; 1 garlic clove, minced; Salt and pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 caraway seeds (optional, as I discovered); 1 1/2 cups couscous; 2 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken stock; 1/2 cup dried apricots, diced; 1/2 cup roasted salted almonds, chopped; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; Plain yogurt, for serving

Try this homemade Couscous Pilaf: An Adventure With Vegetables, Minus The Caraway recipe the whole family will love. Made with extra-virgin olive oil, c…

This Couscous Pilaf: An Adventure With Vegetables, Minus The Caraway relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as extra-virgin olive oil, carrot, thinly sliced, parsnip, thinly sliced and onion, finely diced. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 533 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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