๐ A hearty, comforting moussaka layered with potatoes, vegetables, and a rich tomato sauce โ a perfect plant-based version of a beloved classic!
Ingredients
For the layers:
๐ฅ 5 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
๐ 1 medium eggplant, sliced
๐ซ 1 red bell pepper, chopped
๐ง 1 large onion, chopped
๐ฅ 2 carrots, grated
๐ง 2 cloves garlic, minced
๐ 400ml tomato passata or pureed tomatoes
๐ฟ 1 teaspoon dried oregano or thyme
๐ง Salt and pepper, to taste
๐ข๏ธ Olive oil for cooking
For the topping:
๐ฅ 200ml plant-based milk (soy, almond, or oat)
๐พ 2 tablespoons flour
๐ง 2 tablespoons vegan butter or olive oil
๐ฟ Nutmeg (optional)
Preparation
1. ๐ฅ Preheat the oven to 200ยฐC (400ยฐF).
2. ๐ฅ Boil potato slices for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
3. ๐ฅฃ In a pan, heat olive oil. Sautรฉ onion, garlic, carrots, and bell pepper until softened. Add eggplant slices and cook for 5 more minutes.
4. ๐ Stir in tomato passata, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes until thickened.
5. ๐๏ธ Layer the bottom of a baking dish with half of the potato slices. Add a layer of the vegetable sauce. Repeat and finish with a layer of potatoes.
6. ๐ฅ For the topping: In a small pot, melt vegan butter, stir in flour, then gradually whisk in plant milk until a smooth sauce forms. Season with a pinch of nutmeg.
7. ๐งด Pour the topping over the moussaka. Spread evenly.
8. ๐ฅ Bake for about 35โ40 minutes until golden and bubbling. Let cool slightly before serving.
Total Time
โ๏ธ Prep time: 30 minutes
๐ฅ Baking time: 40 minutes
โ Total time: ~1 hour 10 minutes
Nutritional Value
๐ฅ Calories: ~280 kcal
๐ฅ Protein: 6g
๐ง Fat: 12g
๐ Carbohydrates: 35g
Advice
For extra flavor, roast the eggplant slices before layering!