Tagine Jben

Tagine Jben is a fragrant Moroccan dish that combines tender vegetables and spices with a unique dairy-free 'jben' made from blended nuts and herbs. This comforting dish is perfect for a light yet satisfying lunch, offering a delightful taste of Moroccan cuisine.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 200 grams (cooked)
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable broth - 300 ml
• Almonds - 50 grams, toasted
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon - 1, juiced

Steps

1. In a tagine or a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped red onion and minced garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent.
2. Stir in the diced carrot, zucchini, and red bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
3. Add the cooked chickpeas, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the spices with the vegetables.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become tender.
5. While the tagine is cooking, prepare the dairy-free 'jben'. In a food processor, blend the toasted almonds, fresh parsley, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until you achieve a smooth paste.
6. Once the vegetables are tender, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve the tagine hot, topped with a dollop of the almond 'jben'.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas and almonds.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.

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