Harissa Aubergine Tray Bake

Prep Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Ingredients

Serves 2
1 large Aubergine
4 tomatoes
1/2 butternut squash or 1 yellow pepper
3 tbsp olive oil
1 clove garlic
2 tsp harissa paste
200g cooked chick peas
Serving suggestion: top with yoghurt, harissa and coriander

Try this simple, yet substantial one pan dinner with banging flavour!

Benefits

Aubergines contain antioxidant properties and are a useful source of fibre and low in fat and sugar, which may be beneficial for those managing hormone fluctuations and type-2 Diabetes. Chickpeas are rich in protein that helps to balance blood sugar levels and support energy levels and mood. Tomatoes are rich source of lycopene, supporting cardiovascular health.

Method

  • Heat oven to 180 degC
  • Cut an Aubergine in half, score the flesh to allow flavours to seep.
  • Cut tomatoes in half and peel and dice pumpkin. (Or dice the pepper).
  • Brush aubergines with 2tbsp olive oil & 1 clove crushed garlic, then coat with 1tsp harissa paste, drizzle oil over the rest of the veg and season with salt and pepper.
  • Roast for 30 mins
  • Add 200g chickpeas in 5 mins at the end.
  • Top with live yoghurt, harissa and coriander.. yum 😋
  • Delicious with rice or quinoa.