Mouajanat

Mouajanat is a delightful vegan Lebanese pizza, featuring a crisp dough topped with a rich blend of vegetables and spices, offering a burst of flavors in every bite. Perfect for a light meal or snack, this dish embodies the essence of Lebanese street food.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 200 grams
• Warm water - 120 milliliters
• Active dry yeast - 7 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Zaatar spice mix - 2 tablespoons
• Tomato - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes, until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
3. Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes or until doubled in size.
5. Preheat the oven to 220°C (430°F).
6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions. Roll each portion into a circle about 25 cm in diameter.
7. Place the rolled dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Spread the zaatar spice mix evenly over the dough, then top with sliced tomatoes, bell peppers, red onions, and olives.
9. Drizzle with a little olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice over the top.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
11. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 58 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in fiber, which aids digestion.

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