Vegetarian Lahmacun

Discover the vibrant flavors of the Middle East with this irresistible Vegetarian Lahmacun recipe—a plant-based twist on the traditional Turkish flatbread. This vegetarian delight features a soft, homemade dough as the base, topped with a tantalizing medley of finely chopped vegetables like tomatoes, bell peppers, and onions, infused with aromatic spices such as cumin, paprika, and chili flakes. The dough is rolled thin for a perfectly crispy yet tender texture and baked to golden perfection in just 15 minutes. Bursting with fresh parsley and finished with a zesty squeeze of lemon, this recipe is both wholesome and full of character. Perfect for a quick dinner or as a shareable appetizer, Vegetarian Lahmacun is a crowd-pleaser that combines simplicity, nutrition, and bold flavors into every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 250 milliliters warm water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, finely chopped onion
• 1 medium, finely chopped red bell pepper
• 1 medium, finely chopped green bell pepper
• 2 medium, peeled and finely chopped tomato
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes
• 1 bunch, finely chopped parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Gradually add the warm water and olive oil, mixing until a dough forms.

Step 2

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until it's smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 3

While the dough is rising, prepare the topping. In a large bowl, combine the finely chopped onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, tomatoes, and minced garlic.

Step 4

Add cumin, paprika, chili flakes, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix well to ensure the spices and vegetables are evenly combined. Set aside.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F) with a baking sheet inside to heat up.

Step 6

Once the dough has doubled in size, divide it into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a thin round or oval shape on a floured surface.

Step 7

Place each rolled dough on a piece of baking parchment. Spread a layer of the vegetable mixture evenly over each piece, pressing it slightly into the dough.

Step 8

Carefully transfer the topped dough with the parchment paper onto the preheated baking sheet. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the edges are golden and the topping is cooked.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1497.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2047.5

Total Fat 35.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5950.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 378.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.9g	0%
Total Sugars 44.0g
Protein 53.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 281.0mg	0%
Iron 27.6mg	0%
Potassium 2238.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 15.4%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 74.0%