Description
This Moroccan Vegetable Tagine is a hearty and comforting stew loaded with a vibrant mix of vegetables, warm spices, and rich flavors. It’s a plant-based dish perfect for cozy dinners and pairs wonderfully with couscous or warm bread.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 yellow squash, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup raisins or chopped dried apricots
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and all the spices (turmeric, cinnamon, cumin, ginger, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper). Stir to coat the onions and garlic with the spices, cooking for about 1 minute.
- Add the carrots and potatoes, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the zucchini, yellow squash, and bell peppers. Stir to combine and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Add the chickpeas, diced tomatoes (with their juices), and vegetable broth. Stir everything together.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the frozen peas and raisins or dried apricots. Cook uncovered for another 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the fresh cilantro and parsley.
- Serve warm with couscous or warm bread.
Notes
- This dish tastes even better the next day as the flavors develop more.
- Adjust spice levels to your preference; cayenne can be omitted for less heat.
- Serve with couscous, rice, or crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
