Vegetable and Chickpea Tagine

Vegetable and Chickpea Tagine is a vibrant, aromatic dish bursting with flavors from North Africa, making it a healthy and satisfying lunch option. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas and a variety of colorful vegetables, this dish is both nourishing and delicious.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
• Canned chickpeas - 1 cup, drained and rinsed
• Vegetable broth - 1 cup
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized pot over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
3. Stir in the diced carrot, bell pepper, and zucchini, cooking for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.
4. Add the chopped tomato, chickpeas, vegetable broth, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the flavors meld together.
6. Stir in the lemon juice and remove from heat.
7. Serve warm, garnished with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas, promoting muscle health.
• Packed with dietary fiber, aiding in digestion and promoting a healthy gut.

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