Vegetable Tajine

Vegetable Tajine is a vibrant Moroccan dish featuring a medley of seasonal vegetables slow-cooked with aromatic spices. This healthy BBQ dish is not only flavorful but also captures the essence of Moroccan cuisine.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Bell pepper - 1, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Chickpeas - 100 grams, cooked
• Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Vegetable broth - 200 ml
• Fresh parsley - a handful, chopped

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a tajine or a heavy-bottom pot over medium heat.
2. Add chopped red onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the sliced carrot, zucchini, and diced bell pepper, cooking for another 5 minutes.
4. Add the chopped tomato, cooked chickpeas, cumin, cinnamon, paprika, salt, and black pepper; mix well.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low.
6. Let the tajine cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
7. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber which aids digestion.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.

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