A lighter twist on the classic — Moussaka Royale combines roasted eggplant and zucchini with a rich tomato-meat sauce, seasoned with herbs and topped with melted cheese. This Mediterranean-inspired bake is comforting, flavorful, and packed with vegetables. Perfect for a family dinner or as a cozy meal-prep option.
🍆🥩 Moussaka Royale
Description
A lighter twist on the classic — Moussaka Royale combines roasted eggplant and zucchini with a rich tomato-meat sauce, seasoned with herbs and topped with melted cheese. This Mediterranean-inspired bake is comforting, flavorful, and packed with vegetables. Perfect for a family dinner or as a cozy meal-prep option.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Prep the Veggies
Peel the Eggplants and Zucchinis, then slice them lengthwise. Salt them lightly and let them rest for 15 minutes to draw out moisture. Rinse and pat dry.
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Roast the Veggies
Place the sliced Eggplants and Zucchinis on a baking tray and roast in a preheated oven at 200°C for about 15 minutes until slightly softened.
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Make the Meat Sauce
In a pan, sauté the Chopped Onion and Garlic in a little Oil until translucent. Add the Carrot and Minced Meat, and cook until the Meat is browned.
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Add the canned Chopped Tomatoes, reduce the heat, and simmer for about 10 minutes. Season with Salt, Pepper, and Marjoram.
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Assemble the Moussaka
In a baking dish, layer the roasted Vegetables, then add a layer of Meat Sauce, and sprinkle with Grated Cheese.
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Repeat layers until all ingredients are used up, finishing with Cheese on top.
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Bake
Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 200°C for 25 minutes.
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Then remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes until golden on top.
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Serve
Let cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm with a Green Salad or Crusty Bread.
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