Vegetable Moussaka

Vegetable Moussaka is a hearty and flavorful vegan Lebanese breakfast dish, featuring layers of roasted vegetables and a rich tomato sauce, all topped with a creamy tahini dressing. This comforting meal is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients to start your day right.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 200 grams
• Zucchini - 150 grams
• Potato - 150 grams
• Red bell pepper - 100 grams
• Onion - 100 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves
• Tomato - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chickpeas (cooked) - 100 grams
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Slice the eggplant, zucchini, and potato into thin rounds. Arrange them on a baking sheet, drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for 25 minutes or until tender.
3. While the vegetables are roasting, finely chop the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
4. Add the chopped red bell pepper, cumin, cinnamon, and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Dice the tomatoes and add them to the skillet along with the cooked chickpeas. Simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
6. Once the vegetables are roasted, layer half of the eggplant on the bottom of a baking dish, followed by half of the zucchini and potato. Spread half of the tomato and chickpea mixture over the vegetables.
7. Repeat the layers with the remaining vegetables and sauce. Finish with a final layer of eggplant.
8. In a small bowl, mix tahini with lemon juice and a tablespoon of water to thin it out. Drizzle over the top layer of moussaka.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
10. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 48 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber which aids digestion.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.

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