Description
These vibrant jars are your go-to fall meal prep: fluffy couscous, sweet roasted pumpkin, crispy chickpeas, and golden raisins with a cinnamon-lemon vinaigrette. They’re cozy, plant-powered, and perfect for desk lunches, road trips, or picnic surprises. Build them in 45 minutes and enjoy fuss-free flavor all week!
Ingredients
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1 cup couscous, cooked in broth (or quinoa for gluten-free)
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1½ cups diced pumpkin (or butternut squash/sweet potato)
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1 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed, dried
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¼ cup golden raisins
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¼ cup chopped parsley
Spiced Lemon Vinaigrette
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3 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tsp honey or maple syrup
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½ tsp cinnamon
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¼ tsp cumin
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Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
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Roast: Toss pumpkin with oil, cinnamon, and salt. On the same tray, toss dry chickpeas with oil and salt. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 min until golden.
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Couscous: Pour 1¼ cups boiling broth over 1 cup couscous. Cover 5 min, then fluff with a fork and stir in 1 tsp olive oil.
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Dressing: Shake vinaigrette ingredients in a small jar. Taste and adjust.
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Layer Jars: In 4 mason jars (16 oz), layer: couscous → roasted pumpkin → chickpeas → raisins → parsley. Store dressing separately.
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Serve: Add dressing, shake jar, and dig in—anywhere, anytime!
Notes
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Dry chickpeas well for maximum crunch.
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Store dressing separately to keep textures perfect.
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Add roasted pumpkin seeds or feta for bonus flair!
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
Nutrition
- Calories: 420 Cal Per Jar
- Sugar: 8g
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 11g