Vegetable Tagine Soup

This Vegetable Tagine Soup captures the vibrant flavors of Moroccan cuisine with a medley of fresh vegetables and aromatic spices. It's a comforting, hearty dish perfect for any day, served warm and filled with nourishing ingredients.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Chickpeas - 1 can (400g), rinsed and drained
• Diced tomatoes - 1 can (400g)
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)
• Lemon - 1, juiced

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced carrot and celery, cooking for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
5. Mix in the diced zucchini and red bell pepper, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.
6. Add the rinsed chickpeas, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
8. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
9. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 7 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.

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