Tajine

This Vegan Moroccan Tajine is a vibrant and aromatic dish featuring a medley of vegetables and spices, slow-cooked to perfection. It's a delightful snack that captures the essence of Moroccan cuisine, perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Chickpeas - 240 grams, cooked or canned, drained and rinsed
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Vegetable broth - 200 ml
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. In a medium tajine or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced carrot, zucchini, and red bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add the cooked chickpeas, diced tomato, vegetable broth, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.
6. Stir everything well and bring to a simmer.
7. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors meld together.
8. Remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
9. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 360 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 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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