Savory Potato and Vegetable Bake with Chickpeas and Lentils and Quinoa and Rice

This Savory Potato and Vegetable Bake is a hearty and nutritious dish that combines chickpeas, lentils, quinoa, and rice with a medley of vibrant vegetables. It's a perfect one-dish meal that's both filling and satisfying, ideal for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

• Potatoes - 300 grams, diced
• Carrots - 100 grams, diced
• Zucchini - 100 grams, diced
• Bell pepper (any color) - 100 grams, diced
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cooked chickpeas - 100 grams
• Cooked lentils - 100 grams
• Quinoa - 50 grams, rinsed
• Rice - 50 grams, rinsed
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Dried thyme - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent.
3. Add the diced potatoes, carrots, zucchini, and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chickpeas, lentils, quinoa, and rice.
5. Incorporate the sautéed vegetables into the bowl with the legumes and grains. Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried thyme. Mix well.
6. Pour the vegetable broth into the mixture and stir until everything is evenly combined.
7. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
8. Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
9. After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the top is slightly golden and the liquid is absorbed.
10. Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas and lentils.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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