Ingredients

1 tablespoon oil
4 garlic cloves , crushed
1 onion , sliced
500 g frozen peas carrots and cauliflower
1 small eggplant , cubed
300 g chickpeas , drained
1/2 teaspoon mild moroccan mixed spice
3 cups baby spinach leaves
1 cup natural yoghurt or 1 cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon chopped of fresh mint
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Warm Moroccan Style Salad is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for the colder months. The combination of vegetables, chickpeas, and Moroccan spices in this salad is a great way to add variety to your diet. This salad is quick and easy to make, and the warm vegetable medley combined with the cool, yogurt dressing brings a unique balance of flavor and texture to the dish.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and garlic. Cook till garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute.
2.Add onion and frozen vegetables and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
3.Add eggplant, chickpeas, and Moroccan mixed spice. Cook for another 5 minutes.
4.Remove from heat and stir in spinach leaves until wilted.
5.In a small bowl whisk together yogurt, mint, honey and cumin.
6.To serve, divide the salad into bowls and drizzle dressing on top.

PROS

This warm salad is packed with flavor and nutrients making it a great choice for a healthy meal.

The mix of vegetables, chickpeas, and spices provide a good source of protein and fiber.

Moroccan mixed spice has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and cumin can aid in digestion.

CONS

This salad may not appeal to people who don’t like the combination of savory and sweet flavors.

Eggplant can be tricky to cook, and overcooking it leads to a mushy texture.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is a great option to add more veggies, plant-based protein, and nutrients like fiber and antioxidants to your diet.
The fiber and protein in chickpeas can help lower cholesterol levels and support digestion. And, spinach contains vitamin A and C and helps to boost your immune system.

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