Tajine de Melon d'Eau

Tajine de Melon d'Eau is a vibrant Moroccan dish that combines the natural sweetness of watermelon with aromatic spices and fresh herbs, creating a refreshing midnight meal. This vegan tajine is perfect for those seeking a light yet flavorful dish that's easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• Watermelon - 400 grams, diced
• Red onion - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Chickpeas - 200 grams, canned, drained and rinsed
• Fresh mint - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Coriander - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Almonds - 30 grams, slivered, for garnish

Steps

1. In a tajine or a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the sliced red onion and sauté for 5 minutes until soft.
3. Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, cinnamon, paprika, salt, and black pepper, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the diced watermelon and chickpeas to the skillet, gently stirring to combine.
5. Cover and let simmer for about 10-15 minutes until the watermelon starts to soften but retains some structure.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped mint, coriander, and lemon juice.
7. Serve warm, garnished with slivered almonds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 36 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in hydration and low in calories, making it ideal for light meals.
• Packed with vitamins A and C from watermelon and chickpeas for immune support.

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