Middle East Vegetable Tacos

Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Middle East Vegetable Tacos
25 min.
6
240kcal

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Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure that brings the vibrant flavors of the Middle East to your table? These Middle East Vegetable Tacos are not only a delightful twist on traditional tacos but also a gluten-free option that everyone can enjoy. Perfect for a quick meal or a fun appetizer at your next gathering, this recipe is designed to impress your family and friends while keeping things simple and delicious.

In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, including eggplant, red bell pepper, and onion, all sautéed to perfection. The addition of diced tomatoes with roasted garlic, onion, and oregano infuses the dish with a rich, savory flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. Each taco shell is generously filled with a creamy layer of hummus, providing a delightful contrast to the crisp-tender vegetables.

Whether you're looking for a satisfying snack, a light starter, or a unique antipasti option, these vegetable tacos are versatile enough to fit any occasion. With only 240 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a nutritious meal. Top it off with a dollop of plain yogurt or sour cream for an extra touch of creaminess. Get ready to impress your guests and elevate your taco night with this exciting Middle Eastern twist!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon vegetable oil 
  • lb eggplant peeled cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • medium bell pepper red cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • medium onion cut into 1/2-inch wedges
  • 14.5 oz tomatoes diced with roasted garlic, onion and oregano (or other variety), undrained canned
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • oz water refrigerated
  • 12  taco shells 
  • serving yogurt plain sour

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook eggplant, bell pepper and onion in oil 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  2. Stir in tomatoes and salt; reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook about 5 minutes or until eggplant is tender.
  3. Spread scant 2 tablespoons hummus inside each taco shell. Spoon about 1/2 cup vegetable mixture over hummus in each shell.
  4. Serve with yogurt.

Nutrition Facts

Calories240kcal
Protein9.9%
Fat41.05%
Carbs49.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.25
Glycemic Load
11.29
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
13.627391359485%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
64.78mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.14mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
4.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:240.16kcal
12.01%
Fat:11.44g
17.59%
Saturated Fat:2.65g
16.59%
Carbohydrates:30.74g
10.25%
Net Carbohydrates:23.19g
8.43%
Sugar:6.28g
6.97%
Cholesterol:0.02mg
0.01%
Sodium:419mg
18.22%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.2g
12.41%
Vitamin C:34.78mg
42.16%
Manganese:0.7mg
35.16%
Fiber:7.56g
30.23%
Folate:82.66µg
20.67%
Magnesium:69.11mg
17.28%
Copper:0.35mg
17.27%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
17.18%
Phosphorus:164.24mg
16.42%
Vitamin A:734.48IU
14.69%
Potassium:512.44mg
14.64%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.29%
Iron:2.28mg
12.66%
Vitamin K:11.91µg
11.34%
Vitamin B3:1.86mg
9.31%
Zinc:1.38mg
9.18%
Vitamin E:1.36mg
9.07%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.71%
Calcium:72.27mg
7.23%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.29%
Selenium:2.55µg
3.64%