Moroccan Vegetable Tagine

Moroccan Vegetable Tagine is a vibrant and aromatic vegan dish featuring a medley of colorful vegetables and spices, slow-cooked to perfection. Served over fluffy couscous, this dish is both comforting and packed with flavor, making it a delightful meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Eggplant - 1 small, diced
• Chickpeas - 1 cup, cooked or canned, rinsed and drained
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Vegetable broth - 250 ml
• Ras el hanout - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish
• Couscous - 150 grams

Steps

1. In a large tagine or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the sliced carrot, diced zucchini, bell pepper, and eggplant. Sauté for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Mix in the cooked chickpeas, canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), and vegetable broth.
6. Sprinkle in the ras el hanout, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
7. Cover the pot and let it simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the vegetables are tender.
8. While the tagine is cooking, prepare the couscous according to package instructions.
9. Once the vegetables are tender, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
10. Serve the vegetable tagine over a bed of couscous, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Packed with vitamins and antioxidants from a variety of vegetables.

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