Tajine de Courgettes

Tajine de Courgettes is a vibrant and aromatic Moroccan dish featuring tender zucchini, chickpeas, and a medley of spices, all slow-cooked to perfection. This vegetarian tajine is not only delicious but also a healthy option for a hearty dinner.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 300 grams, sliced
• Chickpeas - 200 grams, cooked or canned, drained
• Red onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Vegetable broth - 250 ml
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. In a tajine or a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced red onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the sliced carrots and cook for another 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
4. Add the diced tomato, sliced zucchini, and cooked chickpeas to the skillet.
5. Sprinkle in the ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to combine all ingredients.
6. Pour the vegetable broth into the skillet, bring the mixture to a simmer, and then cover with a lid.
7. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender and the flavors meld together.
8. Once cooked, remove from heat and stir in the fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from zucchini and carrots.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains plant-based protein from chickpeas.

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