Vegetarian Moussaka Recipe
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Vegetarian Moussaka

By: Anne Buchanan 
"This recipe always gets rave reviews from vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. Easy to make, but takes time. Serve with salad."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.4 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (187)

What to Drink?

Wine Sauvignon Blanc
Prep Time:
30 Min
Cook Time:
1 Hr 30 Min
Ready In:
2 Hrs

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Original Recipe Yield 8 to 10 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 eggplant, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large zucchini, thinly sliced
  • 2 potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 (14.5 ounce) can lentils, drained, juice reserved
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
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  • 1 1/2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Sprinkle eggplant slices with salt and set aside for 30 minutes. Rinse and pat dry.
  2. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly brown eggplant and zucchini slices on both sides; drain. Adding more oil if necessary, brown potato slices; drain.
  4. Saute onion and garlic until lightly browned. Pour in vinegar and reduce. Stir in tomatoes, lentils, 1/2 the juice from lentils, oregano and parsley. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 15 minutes.
  5. In a 9x13 inch casserole dish layer eggplant, zucchini, potatoes, onions and feta. Pour tomato mixture over vegetables; repeat layering, finishing with a layer of eggplant and zucchini.
  6. Cover and bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  7. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan combine butter, flour and milk. Bring to a slow boil, whisking constantly until thick and smooth. Season with pepper and add nutmeg. Remove from heat, cool for 5 minutes, and stir in beaten egg.
  8. Pour sauce over vegetables and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, for another 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 243 | Total Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 62mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 24, 2003 by SPINACIA   view full review
Comes out excellent but takes a long time to make. Just to clarify matters, every time the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 5, 2008 by LAURIEBU   view full review
This was DELICIOUS! And I agree with previous reviewer, it can be done in no time at all!...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 10, 2003 by mistril   view full review
This recipie was very tasty, an excellent blend of flavors. Grilling the vegetables instead of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 1, 2008 by THEBOYCANPLAY   view full review
I think I have found a new favorite comfort food!!! This was soooo good! I used extra parm...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 28, 2007 by Jeana Malcolm   view full review
I almost deducted a star from this for how insanely long it took, but I changed my mind...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 23, 2004 by RAZZMATAZZ   view full review
I was discouraged from trying this recipe for a long time by the amount of work involved and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 21, 2005 by azjost   view full review
This was surprisingly excellent! I used Braggs Apple Cider Vinegar, and I cooked dry lentils...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 24, 2003 by TRIPLE_LATTE   view full review
THis is an amazing recipe! I prefer to omit the feta between layers and just put it on...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 26, 2005 by kitchengoddess   view full review
I only rate the best recipes - and this one was DELICIOUS!! It was well worth the time it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 24, 2003 by Delilah   view full review
Great recipe! Very time consuming and labor intensive though. The nutmeg makes the dish,...

 

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