Vegan Moussaka {gluten free, dairy free}
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5.0
                                            
                                            12 reviews
                                        
                                    
                                        Excellent
                                    
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                        Prep Time
45 mins
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                        Cook Time
1 hr 45 mins
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                        Total Time
2 hrs
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                        Servings
6
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                        Calories
440 kcal
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                        Course
Main Course
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                        Cuisine
Mediterranean, Greek, Vegetarian, Vegan, gluten-free
 
																									Vegan Moussaka {gluten free, dairy free}
															
																
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													This vegan moussaka is Greek comfort food at its finest. It's loaded with flavor from layers of roasted eggplant, fluffy mashed potatoes, nutrition-packed lentils and chickpeas, and a creamy vegan Bechamel sauce. Dig in!
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                                Ingredients
FOR LENTILS:
- 2 cups cooked lentils pre-cooked or prepared from dry
 - 1 small onion peeled and diced
 - ¼ cup tomato paste
 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
 - ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional
 - ½ cup red wine
 - 1 cup crushed tomatoes
 - 1 cup chickpeas drained and rinsed
 
FOR EGGPLANT:
- 2 medium eggplants
 - olive oil
 - salt and pepper
 
FOR POTATOES:
- 3 large russet potatoes peeled and cut into cubes
 - 1 tsp salt
 - 2 tbsp olive oil
 - ½ cup almond milk
 - salt and pepper to taste
 
FOR BECHAMEL SAUCE:
- ¼ cup olive oil
 - 3 tbsp flour gluten-free
 - 2 cups almond milk
 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
 - salt and pepper to taste
 - parsley for serving
 
Supplies Needed:
- Potato masher
 - Baking dish
 
Instructions
Prepare the mashed potatoes
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat.
 - Add potatoes and cook for 10 minutes, or until softened. Drain water.
 - Mash the potatoes (with a fork or potato masher), mixing in the almond milk and olive oil.
 - Add salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
 
Prepare the eggplant
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
 - Slice eggplant lengthwise into long, ¼” thick slices.
 - Arrange eggplant slices on a parchment lined baking sheet.
 - Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
 - Roast eggplant for 15-20 minutes, until softened and slightly browned.
 
Prepare the lentils
- In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
 - Add onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened.
 - Add garlic and cook for additional minute.
 - Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and red wine.
 - Simmer for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until liquid is reduced and mixture is thick.
 - Stir in chickpeas and lentils, cook for 2 more minutes to heat through. Set aside.
 
Prepare the bechamal sauce
- In a small pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
 - Slowly whisk the flour into the olive oil.
 - Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly so that it does not burn.
 - Slowly add the almond milk, whisking continuously to combine.
 - Continue to stir the sauce for a few minutes until a thick sauce is formed.
 - Stir in the smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
 
Assemble the moussaka
- Prepare a large baking dish – spraying with non-stick cooking spray.
 - Arrange half of the eggplant sliced on the bottom of the baking dish.
 - Spread half of the lentil mixture on top of the eggplant slices.
 - Repeat the process with another layer of eggplant and lentils.
 - Spread the mashed potatoes in a single layer on top.
 - Pour the bechamel sauce in a thick layer on top of the mashed potatoes.
 - Bake for approximately 30 minutes, until top begins to brown.
 - Serve topped with parsley or other fresh herbs, as desired.
 
Nutrition Information
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												Calories  
												440kcal
																									(22%)
																																			
												Carbohydrates  
												59g
																									(20%)
																																			
												Protein  
												14g
																									(28%)
																																			
												Fat  
												16g
																									(25%)
																																			
												Saturated Fat  
												2g
																									(10%)
																																			
												Sodium  
												676mg
																									(28%)
																																			
												Potassium  
												1397mg
																									(40%)
																																			
												Fiber  
												15g
																									(60%)
																																			
												Sugar  
												12g
																									(24%)
																																			
												Vitamin A  
												485IU
																									(10%)
																																			
												Vitamin C  
												18.2mg
																									(20%)
																																			
												Calcium  
												200mg
																									(20%)
																																			
												Iron  
												5.5mg
																									(31%)
																							
										
									Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 440 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 440kcal | 22% | 
| Carbohydrates | 59g | 20% | 
| Protein | 14g | 28% | 
| Fat | 16g | 25% | 
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% | 
| Sodium | 676mg | 28% | 
| Potassium | 1397mg | 30% | 
| Fiber | 15g | 60% | 
| Sugar | 12g | 24% | 
| Vitamin A | 485IU | 10% | 
| Vitamin C | 18.2mg | 20% | 
| Calcium | 200mg | 20% | 
| Iron | 5.5mg | 31% | 
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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