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  • Roasted Zuccuri with Harissa, Chickpeas, Kale, and Tahini Yogurt

    Ingredients

    Tahini Yogurt

    8 portions

    • Ingredients
      Amount
    • Tahini
      4 Tbsp.
    • Plain Greek yogurt
      4 Tbsp.
    • Lemon juice
      4 Tbsp.
    • Garlic
      ½ tsp.
    • Ground cumin, a pinch
      1 ea.
    • Water
      3 Tbsp.
    • Extra-virgin olive oil
      2 Tbsp.
    • Salt
      as needed
    • Ground black pepper
      as needed

    Harissa Vinaigrette

    • Ingredients
      Amount
    • Harissa
      2 Tbsp.
    • Lemon juice
      2 Tbsp.
    • Extra-virgin olive oil.
      2 Tbsp.

    Zuccuri

    • Ingredients
      Amount
    • Zuccuri, cut into ½” x 1” pieces
      1 lb.
    • Olive oil
      1 oz.
    • Salt
      as needed
    • Ground black pepper
      as needed

    • Ingredients
      Amount
    • Kale, cut in ½” strips
      2 cups
    • Chickpeas, cooked, drained
      1 cup
    • Red onions, small dice, rinsed
      2 Tbsp.
    • Cherry tomatoes, halved
      ½ cup

    Method

    For the Tahini Yogurt:

    1. Combine the tahini, yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and water in a food process. Process until smooth then slowly pour in the extra-virgin olive oil to emulsify. Season with salt and pepper.

    For the Harissa Vinaigrette:

    1. Combine the harissa, lemon juice, and extra-virgin olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.

    For the Zuccuri:

    1. Preheat a 400 °F oven.
    2. Toss the zuccuri with olive oil, salt and pepper. Place on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast until golden brown and tender, approximately 20 - 30 minutes. Turn the zuccuri halfway through the cooking process.
    3. Toss the warm zuccuri with Harissa Vinaigrette.
    4. Place the kale in a large bowl, and season with salt. Gently massage the kale to tenderize.
    5. Add the chickpeas, red onions, cherry tomatoes, and toss with a spoonful of harissa vinaigrette. Gently combine the zuccuri and adjust the seasoning to taste.

    To Serve

    1. Smear the Tahini Yogurt on a platter. Place the zuccuri mixture on top.