This delicious and nutritious Toddler Recipes Australia dish, Couscous aux légumes, is perfect for young children. Bursting with vegetables and protein-packed couscous, this meal is sure to excite even the fussiest of eaters. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this dish is easy to make and sure to become a regular in your toddler’s diet!

General Information

Servings: 4

Keywords: Couscous, vegetables

Calories: 300

Protein: 10g

Carbs: 40g

Fats: 8g

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped crimini mushrooms
• 1/2 cup chopped zucchini
• 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
• 1/2 cup diced carrot
• 1/2 cup diced butternut squash
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the olive oil, onion, mushrooms, zucchini, bell pepper, carrot, and butternut squash.
3. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.

4. Add the garlic powder, oregano, and black pepper and stir everything together.

5. Now it’s time to enlist the help of your two tiny chefs! Have one of them measure out and add the couscous to the pan.

Olivia: “Hey boys, let’s try something new! This is couscous and it’s going to make a great meal!”

3-year-old son: “Yay! I’m a chef!”

1. With your helpers by your side, add the vegetable broth. Stir everything together to combine ingredients, and let cook for about 5 minutes, or until couscous has absorbed all of the liquid.

2. Put the mixture into a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 10 minutes.

7-year-old son: “Mom, this smells delicious! I can’t wait to try it!”

1. Remove from the oven, let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Olivia: “Bon appétit!”

Recommended Sides

This dish goes great with a light side salad and some light French bread. Enjoy!