Moroccan Chickpea Tagine

Moroccan Chickpea Tagine is a vibrant and aromatic dish featuring tender chickpeas, colorful vegetables, and a medley of fragrant spices, all slow-cooked to perfection. This gluten-free delight captures the essence of Moroccan cuisine, making it a comforting and healthy meal option.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 240 grams (cooked)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Vegetable broth - 200 milliliters
• Ras el hanout - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon - 1, juiced

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a tagine or a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced carrot, red bell pepper, and zucchini; cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly softened.
5. Stir in the cooked chickpeas, canned tomatoes, vegetable broth, ras el hanout, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
6. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover.
7. Let it simmer gently for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors meld.
8. Remove from heat, stir in the chopped cilantro and lemon juice.
9. Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals, supporting overall health.

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