Vegetable and Chickpea Bake Noodle Stir-Fry Casserole Noodle

This Vegetable and Chickpea Bake Noodle Stir-Fry Casserole Noodle is a hearty, flavorful dish that combines tender noodles with a medley of vegetables and protein-rich chickpeas, all baked to perfection. Perfect for a satisfying midnight meal, it offers a delightful mix of textures and tastes that will keep you coming back for more.

Vegetable and Chickpea Bake Noodle Stir-Fry Casserole Noodle
40 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
American
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Whole wheat noodles - 200 grams
  • Canned chickpeas - 1 cup (240 grams), drained and rinsed
  • Broccoli florets - 100 grams
  • Bell pepper (any color) - 1 medium, diced
  • Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
  • Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
  • Onion - 1 medium, chopped
  • Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
  • Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Paprika - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Grated cheese (optional, for topping) - 50 grams
  • Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Cook the whole wheat noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  4. Add the diced bell pepper, julienned carrot, diced zucchini, and broccoli florets to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Stir in the drained chickpeas, soy sauce, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles with the vegetable and chickpea mixture. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
  7. Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish. If desired, sprinkle grated cheese on top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Carbs: 65 g
  • Fiber: 12 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in fiber, which aids in digestion.
  • High in plant-based protein from chickpeas, promoting muscle health.

Tags

AmericanHalalMidnight