Zesty Moroccan Beef Bowls with Jeweled Couscous

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp Moroccan spice blend
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 15oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup couscous
• 1.25 cups water
• 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
• 1/4 cup roasted almonds, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until beef is browned and onions are softened, 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.

2. 2

   Stir in the Moroccan spice blend and tomato paste. Pour in the broth and add the chickpeas and peas. Simmer for 10 minutes, until slightly thickened.