Vegetable and Chickpea Bake

This Vegetable and Chickpea Bake is a hearty and nutritious dish that combines roasted vegetables and protein-packed chickpeas, all baked to perfection with aromatic spices. Perfect for a comforting supper, it’s both satisfying and full of flavor, making it a delightful Halal option.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 1 can (400g), drained and rinsed
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Feta cheese - 50g, crumbled (optional)
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced zucchini, red bell pepper, carrot, and red onion.
3. Add the drained chickpeas, minced garlic, olive oil, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Toss everything together until the vegetables and chickpeas are well coated with the oil and spices.
4. Spread the mixture evenly in a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
5. Remove the baking dish from the oven and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese (if using) and chopped parsley.
6. Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.
• High in plant-based protein from chickpeas, aiding muscle repair and growth.

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