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Hearty Aubergine and Lentil Veggie Moussaka
Hearty Aubergine and Lentil Veggie Moussaka

Hearty Aubergine and Lentil Veggie Moussaka

with Tenderstem® Broccoli and Garlic Ciabatta

Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamPublished on August 19, 2025

This classic Greek style dish is a real crowd pleaser. Moussaka usually consists of layered veg such as aubergine and or potatoes sandwiched between a tomato-based sauce and topped with a creamy béchamel style sauce.

Tags:
Calorie Smart
Veggie
Allergens:
Barley
Cereals containing gluten
Sulphites
Milk
Egg
Wheat

The quantities provided above are averages only.

Boxes and ingredients are packed in facilities that handles Peanut, Nuts, Sesame, Fish, Crustaceans, Milk, Egg, Mustard, Celery, Soya, Gluten and Sulphites. Due to the war in Ukraine, it has been necessary to substitute sunflower oil with rapeseed oil in some products without a label change. The FSA have advised that allergic reactions to rapeseed oil are rare.

Total45 minutes
Active 30 minutes
DifficultyEasy

Ingredients

serving amount

3 unit(s)

Garlic Clove

80 grams

Tenderstem® Broccoli

50 grams

Red Split Lentils

15 grams

Worcester Sauce

(Contains: Barley, Cereals containing gluten)

1 sachet(s)

Mixed Herbs

1 sachet(s)

Ground Cinnamon

28 grams

Red Wine Stock Paste

(Contains: Sulphites)

1 carton(s)

Finely Chopped Tomatoes with Onion and Garlic

1 unit(s)

Aubergine

(May contain traces of: Celery)

75 grams

Creme Fraiche

(Contains: Milk)

40 grams

Grated Hard Italian Style Cheese

(Contains: Milk, Egg)

1 unit(s)

Ciabatta

(Contains: Barley, Cereals containing gluten, Wheat May contain traces of: Cereals containing gluten, Rye)

Not included in your delivery

1 tsp

Sugar

200 milliliter(s)

Water for the Sauce

10 grams

Butter

Nutritional information

Energy (kJ)2516 kJ
Energy (kcal)601 kcal
Fat23.6 g
of which saturates14.1 g
Carbohydrate72.6 g
of which sugars24.1 g
Dietary Fibre14.6 g
Protein23.3 g
Salt5 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.

Utensils

Garlic Press
Medium Saucepan
Baking Tray
Oven dish
Colander

Cooking Instructions and Tips

Garlic Time
1

Preheat your oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7. 

Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press). Cut the Tenderstem® broccoli into thirds.

Heat a drizzle of oil in a large saucepan on medium-high heat.

Once hot, add half the garlic. Cook for 30 secs.

Bring on the Flavour
2

Add the red split lentils, Worcester sauce, mixed herbs, ground cinnamon, red wine stock paste and chopped tomatoes to the pan. 

Stir in the sugar and water for the sauce (see pantry for both amounts). Bring to the boil, then lower the heat to medium-low and simmer until the lentils are soft, 25-30 mins. 

Stir occasionally to make sure the lentils aren't sticking to the bottom of the pan. Add a splash of water if it's a little dry.

Roast the Aubergine
3

Meanwhile, trim the aubergine and slice into 1cm thick rounds.

Pop the aubergine rounds onto a large baking tray. Drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper, then toss to coat. Spread out in a single layer. TIP: Use two baking trays if necessary.

When the oven is hot, roast on the top shelf until soft and golden, 20-25 mins. Turn halfway through. 

In the meantime, bring a large saucepan of water with ½ tsp salt to the boil for the broccoli.

Build the Moussaka
4

When the tomato lentil sauce is ready, stir through the butter (see pantry for amount) until melted, then transfer to an ovenproof dish. Layer over the aubergine slices

Spread the creme fraiche out evenly on top, then sprinkle over the cheese. Season with pepper.

Halve the ciabatta. Spread over the remaining garlic, drizzle with oil and season with salt

Get Grilling
5

Switch your oven to grill on high heat and grill your moussaka until the cheese is golden and bubbling, 5-6 mins. 

Grill the garlic ciabatta alongside until golden and toasted, 2-3 mins.

Meanwhile, when your pan of water is boiling, add the broccoli and cook until just tender, 3-4 mins.

Once cooked, drain in a colander, then return to the pan. Drizzle with a little oil and season with salt and pepper.

Finish and Serve
6

When ready, share the veggie moussaka between your bowls.

Serve with the broccoli and garlic ciabatta alongside. 

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