Challah Moroccan Pizza

Challah Moroccan Pizza is a delightful fusion dish that combines the rich, fluffy texture of challah bread with vibrant Moroccan flavors. Topped with spiced vegetables and a hint of harissa, this pizza offers a unique taste experience that's perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

• Challah bread - 2 slices (about 150g)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Harissa paste - 1 tablespoon
• Canned chickpeas - 100g, drained and rinsed
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Feta cheese - 50g, crumbled
• Lemon - 1, juiced

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the diced red bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, then add harissa paste, chickpeas, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring well.
5. Remove from heat and mix in chopped cilantro and lemon juice.
6. Place the challah slices on a baking sheet and spread the vegetable mixture evenly over each slice.
7. Top with crumbled feta cheese.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the challah is slightly toasted and the cheese is melted.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 460
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 54 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 680 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and fiber from chickpeas, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, beneficial for heart health.

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