Rose Harissa Butterbeans with Herby Couscous
This flavor-packed plant-based dish is a perfect balance of warmth, spice, and natural sweetness. Butterbeans provide a hearty dose of fiber and plant protein, while sweet potatoes add beta-carotene for glowing skin and immune support. The rose harissa brings a fragrant heat, complemented by the sweetness of dried apricots and the richness of slow-cooked tomatoes. Paired with a refreshing herby couscous, this dish is both deeply satisfying and nourishing.
Ingredients
Butterbeans
- 3 Tbsp3 Tbsp3 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil

- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Red Wine Vinegar
- 1 whole1 whole1 whole Onion, diced
- 2 cloves2 cloves2 cloves Garlic, minced

- 2 tsp2 tsp2 tsp Fennel Seed

- 1 whole1 whole1 whole Sweet Potato, thinly sliced
- 500 grams500 grams500 grams Butter Beans, Canned
- 2 tsp2 tsp2 tsp Rose Harissa
- 200 ml200 ml200 ml Vegetable Bouillon
- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
- 6 pieces6 pieces6 pieces Apricots, Dried, or dates, chopped (Optional)
- 1 tsp1 tsp1 tsp Sea Salt

- 0.5 tsp0.5 tsp0.5 tsp Black Pepper

- 2 bunch2 bunch2 bunch Baby Spinach
- 200 grams200 grams200 grams Tomato, Cherry

herby couscous
- 200 grams200 grams200 grams Israeli Couscous, + 250ml veg stock (cooked according to package instructions)
- 0.5 whole0.5 whole0.5 whole English Cucumber, finely chopped
- 4 whole4 whole4 whole Onion, Spring, trimmed and finely chopped
- 1 bunch1 bunch1 bunch Mint Leaves, finely chopped
- 1 bunch1 bunch1 bunch Parsley, Flat Leaf, finely chopped

- 2 - 3 Tbsp2 - 3 Tbsp2 - 3 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil, reserved tomato oil from above

for serving
- 3 Tbsp3 Tbsp3 Tbsp Plant-Based Plain Yogurt
- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Rose Harissa, oil from the jar
- 1 bunch1 bunch1 bunch Parsley, Flat Leaf, finely chopped

- 1 bunch1 bunch1 bunch Mint Leaves, finely chopped
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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results
- Marinate the tomatoes: toss the halved cherry tomatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Let them sit and absorb the flavours.
- Prepare the base: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan. Sauté the onion for 5 minutes until softened, then add garlic and fennel seeds and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add the sweet potato: Place the thinly sliced sweet potato into the pan, cover with a lid, and let it cook for 10 minutes on low heat.
- Build the sauce: Add the butterbeans (with their liquid), rose harissa, lemon juice, vegetable stock, chopped apricots, and salt & pepper to the pan. Stir well.
- Incorporate the tomatoes: Add the marinated cherry tomatoes to the pan but reserve the marinade. Cover with a lid and cook for another 10 minutes.
- Finish the butterbeans: Stir in the spinach and let it wilt into the dish.
- Prepare the couscous: Toss the cooked couscous with cucumber, mint, parsley, and spring onions. Pour over the reserved tomato marinade, mix well, and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Spoon the harissa butterbeans into bowls, serve with the herbed couscous, and top with a dollop of yogurt, a drizzle of harissa oil, and fresh herbs.
- Enjoy!
Notes
This dish is rich in anti-inflammatory spices, gut-friendly fiber, and immune-boosting vitamins, making it as nourishing as it is delicious. Perfect for a cozy dinner or meal prep for the week!
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Appetizers Dairy Free Egg Free Nut Free Other Pescetarian Plant Based Shellfish Free Sugar Alcohol Free Vegan Vegetarian| This is our estimate based on online research. | |
| Calories: | 765 |
| Fat: | 114 g |
| Carbohydrates: | 86 g |
| Protein: | 24 g |
| Cholesterol: | 91 g |
| Sodium: | 8037 mg |
| Fiber: | 106 g |
| Sugars: | 40 g |
| Sugar Alcohol: | 0 g |
| Calculated per serving. | |




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