Tajine de Sel

Tajine de Sel is a vibrant Vegan Moroccan dish that showcases the rich flavors of spices and seasonal vegetables, cooked slowly to perfection. It is a comforting midnight meal that awakens the senses and warms the soul.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red onion - 1 medium, sliced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, chopped
• Chickpeas - 200 grams, cooked
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Vegetable broth - 300 ml
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon - 1, juiced

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a tajine or a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the sliced red onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the sliced carrot, zucchini, and chopped bell pepper to the pot, and cook for 5-7 minutes until they begin to soften.
5. Mix in the cooked chickpeas, diced tomato, cumin, cinnamon, paprika, turmeric, salt, and black pepper.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
7. Cover the pot and let it cook on low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Once the vegetables are tender, remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and lemon juice.
9. Serve warm, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 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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