Velvety Vegan Meze Dish

Image of a vegan meze in an earth-toned bowl with sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and cilantro, beside lemon wedges on a wooden table.
Velvety Vegan Meze Dish

Introduction

Today's special vegan meze dish is a delightful blend of flavors and textures that evoke the warmth and communal spirit of traditional African cuisine with a modern twist. This recipe is designed to be a velvety, comforting, and nourishing addition to your culinary repertoire, perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked millet
  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas
  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add onions and garlic, sauté until translucent.
  3. Stir in the spices (cumin, coriander, paprika) and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the tomato paste and cook for another minute.
  5. Mix in the diced sweet potatoes, cover the skillet, and let it cook for about 10 minutes, or until the potatoes start to soften.
  6. Add the cooked chickpeas and coconut milk, stir well, and let it simmer for another 10 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Serve this exquisite dish at your next gathering or enjoy it as a flavorful addition to your weekly meal plan. Its rich flavors and satisfying textures are sure to make it a new favorite.

Nia

Additional Information
NutritionfactsCalories: 250, Fat: 8g, Carbohydrates: 35g, Protein: 7g, Fiber: 6g 
Preparation Time30 minutes 
Allergy InformationContains coconut