Vegan Moussaka {gluten free, dairy free}

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Vegan Moussaka {gluten free, dairy free}

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

Servings

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
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Instructions

Prepare the mashed potatoes

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add potatoes and cook for 10 minutes, or until softened. Drain water.
  3. Mash the potatoes (with a fork or potato masher), mixing in the almond milk and olive oil.
  4. Add salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

Prepare the eggplant

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Slice eggplant lengthwise into long, ¼” thick slices.
  3. Arrange eggplant slices on a parchment lined baking sheet.
  4. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  5. Roast eggplant for 15-20 minutes, until softened and slightly browned.

Prepare the lentils

  1. In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened.
  3. Add garlic and cook for additional minute.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and red wine.
  5. Simmer for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until liquid is reduced and mixture is thick.
  6. Stir in chickpeas and lentils, cook for 2 more minutes to heat through. Set aside.

Prepare the bechamal sauce

  1. In a small pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Slowly whisk the flour into the olive oil.
  3. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly so that it does not burn.
  4. Slowly add the almond milk, whisking continuously to combine.
  5. Continue to stir the sauce for a few minutes until a thick sauce is formed.
  6. Stir in the smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Set aside.

Assemble the moussaka

  1. Prepare a large baking dish – spraying with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Arrange half of the eggplant sliced on the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Spread half of the lentil mixture on top of the eggplant slices.
  4. Repeat the process with another layer of eggplant and lentils.
  5. Spread the mashed potatoes in a single layer on top.
  6. Pour the bechamel sauce in a thick layer on top of the mashed potatoes.
  7. Bake for approximately 30 minutes, until top begins to brown.
  8. 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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