Moroccan Vegetable Tagine Recipe
This dish is basically a vacation to Morocco—minus the airfare and packing stress. Hearty vegetables, warm spices, and chickpeas slow-simmer into pure magic. The rich sauce coats everything beautifully, making it the ultimate cozy meal. Plus, it’s ridiculously easy—one pot does all the work while you pretend to be productive. Bonus: your kitchen will smell like a spice market in the best way possible. Whether you’re meal prepping or impressing guests, this tagine never disappoints. Serve it with fluffy couscous, and suddenly, you’re a culinary goddess. No passport required.
Moroccan Vegetable Tagine Recipe
A comforting Moroccan dish featuring tender vegetables, chickpeas, and bold spices simmered to perfection in a flavorful, aromatic sauce.
Ingredients
- For the Tagine:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium carrot sliced
- 1 small zucchini chopped
- 1 medium bell pepper chopped
- 1 cup canned chickpeas drained
- 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
- ½ cup vegetable broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp turmeric
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- For Garnish:
- Fresh cilantro or parsley
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant.
- Build the Flavor
- Toss in carrots, zucchini, and bell pepper.
- Stir in cumin, cinnamon, paprika, turmeric, and cayenne.
- Simmer to Perfection
- Add chickpeas, tomatoes, and broth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
- Serve and Enjoy
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 290
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 11g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 70%
- Iron: 20%
- Folate: 25%
- Magnesium: 15%
- Potassium: 18%
Tips for the Best Tagine
- Add raisins for a hint of sweetness.
- Swap zucchini for eggplant if you prefer.
- Serve over couscous or quinoa for a full meal.
