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🌟 “Moroccan Vegan Breakfast Feast: Aromatic Tagine & Herb-Infused Quinoa with Fresh Fruit Salad”

🌟 “Moroccan Vegan Breakfast Feast: Aromatic Tagine & Herb-Infused Quinoa with Fresh Fruit Salad”

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Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 35 minutes
6 servings
Intermediate

About This Recipe

A Moroccan-inspired vegan breakfast combining spiced vegetable tagine with herb-infused quinoa and a fresh fruit salad. The warm North African spices pair beautifully with bright herbs and refreshing fruit for a satisfying morning meal.

Moroccan cuisine is known for its rich flavors and diverse ingredients, influenced by Berber, Arab, Andalusian, and French culinary traditions. This dish pays homage to the vibrant spices and herbs commonly used in Moroccan cooking while still being accessible and enjoyable for a vegan diet.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small zucchini, diced
  • 1 small yellow squash, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp ground paprika
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 tsp ground allspice
  • salt, to taste
  • black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup pineapple, diced
  • 2 kiwi, sliced
  • 1 cup strawberries, halved
  • 1/2 cup blueberries

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is tender and the liquid has been absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

  2. 2

    In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, zucchini, and squash, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add garlic, cumin, paprika, ginger, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and pepper to the vegetables, stirring to coat. Cook for another minute.

  4. 4

    Stir in the cooked quinoa and fresh herbs, heating through and adjusting seasonings if needed.

  5. 5

    Prepare the fruit salad by combining diced pineapple, sliced kiwi, halved strawberries, and blueberries in a bowl.

  6. 6

    Serve the vegetable tagine and herb-infused quinoa alongside the fruit salad.

Chef's Notes

This recipe can be easily customized with additional vegetables or herbs to suit your preferences. The fruit salad adds a refreshing contrast to the warm spiced quinoa, but feel free to substitute with your favorite seasonal fruits.

Plating Tips

Mound the herb-infused quinoa in the center of a shallow bowl, then arrange the spiced vegetables around it. Place the fruit salad in a small side bowl or off to one side for a pop of color. A sprinkle of fresh mint leaves and a light dusting of paprika over the quinoa adds visual appeal.

Nutrition (per serving)

197 kcal6g protein30g carbs7g fat4g fiber7g sugar308mg sodium