Spiced Vegetable Tagine

This Spiced Vegetable Tagine is a vibrant blend of seasonal vegetables, aromatic spices, and a hint of sweetness, slow-cooked to perfection. Perfect for a gluten-free BBQ, it captures the essence of Moroccan cuisine with every bite.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 150 grams, chopped
• Carrot - 100 grams, sliced
• Red bell pepper - 100 grams, diced
• Yellow onion - 100 grams, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Canned chickpeas - 150 grams, drained and rinsed
• Tomato puree - 100 grams
• Vegetable broth - 250 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ground turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon - 1, juiced

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large tagine or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the sliced carrots and diced red bell pepper, cooking for another 5 minutes.
4. Add the zucchini and cooked chickpeas, stirring to combine.
5. Sprinkle in the ground cumin, coriander, cinnamon, turmeric, paprika, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to coat the vegetables.
6. Pour in the tomato puree and vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
7. Cover the pot with a lid and let it cook for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
8. Remove from heat, stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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