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Vegetarian Moussaka Recipe

Vegetarian Moussaka Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

This Vegetarian Moussaka is a delightful Mediterranean dish featuring layers of roasted eggplant and zucchini, savory lentil-tomato filling, and a creamy Parmesan-feta béchamel sauce. A comforting and flavorful main course that’s perfect for vegetarians and anyone looking for a hearty, nutritious meal.


Ingredients

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Eggplant and Zucchini:

  • 2 medium eggplants, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus extra for brushing)

Lentil-Tomato Filling:

  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, chopped
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cooked lentils (brown or green)

Béchamel Sauce:

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 large egg, beaten

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and prepare vegetables: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange eggplant and zucchini slices on a baking sheet, brush with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 20 minutes.
  2. Prepare the filling: Sauté onion, garlic, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, spices, and lentils. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Make the béchamel sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, then milk. Cook until thickened, remove from heat, stir in cheeses, and temper the egg.
  4. Assemble the moussaka: Layer roasted vegetables, lentil-tomato mixture, and béchamel sauce in a baking dish. Bake for 35–40 minutes.
  5. Rest and serve: Let the moussaka rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, use all milk in the béchamel.
  • This dish tastes better the next day, making it great for meal prep.
  • Serve with a green salad or crusty bread.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 27 g
  • Fiber: 7 g
  • Protein: 11 g
  • Cholesterol: 50 mg