Savory Tofu and Vegetables over Tomato Couscous

This is such a delicious meal with a lot of flavor and full of healthy hearty vegetables. The flavors and textures from the artichoke and tomatoes in the couscous was amazing! All of the ingredients were found at the local Trader Joes Market. Enjoy :)

Serving Size: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 6-oz. jar marinated artichoke hearts
• 1 14-oz. pkg. extra-firm tofu, drained and cubed
• 1 tsp. ground cumin
• 1 tsp. black pepper, divided
• 2 Tbs. olive oil
• 4 medium carrots, thinly sliced (1 1/2 cups)
• 2 medium leeks, white and light green parts thinly sliced (1 1/2 cups)
• 1 14.5-oz. can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup whole-wheat couscous
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (2 tsp.)

Directions

1. Combine artichokes and liquid, tofu, cumin, and 3/4 tsp. pepper in nonstick skillet. Cook over high heat 5 minutes or until liquid evaporates, stirring constantly. Transfer to bowl, and set aside.
2. Heat oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrots, leeks, and 1/4 tsp. pepper. Cook 10 minutes, or until carrots are tender and leeks are lightly browned.
3. Meanwhile, bring tomatoes and liquid and 2/3 cup water to a boil in saucepan. Stir in couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes, then fluff with fork.
4. Add garlic and reserved tofu mixture to vegetable mixture in skillet. Cook 3 minutes over medium heat, or until heated through and garlic is fragrant. Serve tofu and vegetables over tomato couscous.