Zitoun Bel Hout

Zitoun Bel Hout is a delightful Moroccan midnight dish that combines olives and seasonal vegetables, simmered in fragrant spices and served warm. This hearty vegetarian meal is perfect for late-night cravings, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

• Green olives - 150 grams, pitted and halved
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 large, chopped
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced zucchini and bell pepper, cooking for another 5 minutes until they start to soften.
4. Add the chopped tomato, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Incorporate the halved green olives and mix well, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice.
7. Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from olives, which can support heart health.
• High in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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