Chickpea Casserole

This Chickpea Casserole is a hearty and flavorful Greek-inspired dish, perfect for a comforting meal. Packed with protein and vibrant Mediterranean flavors, it’s a nourishing option that’s entirely dairy-free.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 400 grams, cooked or canned
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons (optional, for a cheesy flavor)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and garlic, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
3. Add the diced red bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet, and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, Kalamata olives, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice. If using, add nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.
6. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it evenly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until the top is slightly golden and the flavors are melded.
8. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 17 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas, supporting muscle health.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health and satiety.

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