Cigares aux légumes

Cigares aux légumes are delightful Moroccan pastries filled with a medley of seasoned vegetables, wrapped in crispy phyllo dough. These savory snacks are perfect for sharing and bursting with flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

• Phyllo dough - 6 sheets
• Carrot - 50 grams, grated
• Zucchini - 50 grams, grated
• Red bell pepper - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Onion - 30 grams, finely chopped
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Cumin powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cinnamon powder - 1/4 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic; sauté until softened.
3. Add the grated carrot, zucchini, and chopped red bell pepper to the skillet. Season with cumin, cinnamon, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Stir in the chopped parsley and remove from heat. Let the mixture cool.
4. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush lightly with olive oil. Place another sheet on top and brush again with olive oil.
5. Cut the layered phyllo dough into three equal strips. Place a tablespoon of the vegetable filling at one end of each strip.
6. Fold the sides of the phyllo over the filling and roll tightly to form a cigar shape. Repeat with the remaining phyllo sheets and filling.
7. Place the filled cigares on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the fresh vegetables.
• Low in cholesterol and a good source of dietary fiber.

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