İskender

İskender is a delightful vegan twist on the traditional Turkish pizza, featuring a flavorful flatbread topped with savory roasted vegetables, rich tomato sauce, and drizzled with a tangy vegan yogurt. This dish is perfect for sharing and packs a hearty punch of flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat flatbread - 2 pieces (200g)
• Zucchini - 100g, sliced
• Red bell pepper - 100g, sliced
• Mushrooms - 100g, sliced
• Red onion - 50g, thinly sliced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Dried thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Canned crushed tomatoes - 200g
• Vegan yogurt - 100g
• Fresh basil - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced zucchini, red bell pepper, mushrooms, and red onion with olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the vegetables are well coated.
3. Spread the seasoned vegetables on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until tender and slightly caramelized.
4. While the vegetables are roasting, prepare the tomato sauce by heating the canned crushed tomatoes in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Optionally, season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Warm the whole wheat flatbreads in the oven for the last 5 minutes of the vegetable roasting time.
6. To assemble, place each warm flatbread on a plate, spread a generous layer of tomato sauce on top, and then pile on the roasted vegetables.
7. Drizzle with vegan yogurt and garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber from whole grains and vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants and vitamins from fresh vegetables, supporting immune function.

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