Green Bean and Cabbage Tagine

Delight in the comforting warmth of a Green Bean and Cabbage Tagine, a hearty plant-based dish brimming with North African-inspired flavors. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender green beans, savory cabbage, and protein-packed chickpeas, all simmered in a fragrant medley of cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and paprika. Sweet sultanas or raisins add subtle bursts of sweetness, balanced beautifully by a tangy splash of lemon juice. With a base of rich vegetable broth and juicy canned tomatoes, this vegan tagine achieves a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. Ready in under an hour, it’s ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Serve steaming hot with fluffy couscous, crusty bread, or rice for a vibrant, wholesome meal that’s as nourishing as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, diced onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 300 grams, trimmed and halved green beans
• 400 grams, roughly chopped green cabbage
• 400 grams, cooked and drained chickpeas
• 400 grams canned tomatoes
• 250 milliliters vegetable broth
• 50 grams sultanas or raisins
• 10 grams, chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large tagine or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and paprika. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until aromatic.

Step 4

Add the green beans, cabbage, chickpeas, canned tomatoes, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then cover the tagine or pot with a lid and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Add the sultanas or raisins, and continue to cook for another 10 minutes, or until the green beans and cabbage are tender.

Step 7

Season the tagine with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

Step 8

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot with crusty bread, couscous, or steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2074.3 grams (2074.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1654

Total Fat 55.60g	71%
Saturated Fat 9.10g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.20g
Cholesterol 8mg	3%
Sodium 3976mg	173%
Total Carbohydrate 252.30g	92%
Dietary Fiber 67.20g	240%
Total Sugars 97.60g
Protein 60.20g	120%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 774mg	60%
Iron 25mg	139%
Potassium 4665mg	99%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.6%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 57.7%