Tajine de Fruit de la Passion

Tajine de Fruit de la Passion is a vibrant, aromatic Moroccan dish that combines the sweetness of passion fruit with a medley of seasonal vegetables, creating a delightful harmony of flavors. Perfect for a midnight snack, this vegan tajine is both nourishing and refreshing.

Ingredients

• Passion fruits - 4
• Chickpeas (cooked) - 200 grams
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Red onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable broth - 250 ml
• Fresh coriander - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium tajine or non-stick pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped red onion and minced garlic, sautéing until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced zucchini, red bell pepper, and carrot, cooking for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
4. Add the cumin powder, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper, stirring to coat the vegetables evenly with the spices.
5. Incorporate the cooked chickpeas and pour in the vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
6. Cover the tajine and let it cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
7. Meanwhile, cut the passion fruits in half and scoop out the pulp, setting aside.
8. Once the vegetables are cooked, remove the tajine from heat and fold in the passion fruit pulp along with the chopped coriander.
9. Serve warm, garnished with additional coriander if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

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