Chickpeas & Vegetable Casserole | Holiday Comfort Food | Vegetarian Thanksgiving Casserole Recipe

Описание: Celebrate the season of gratitude with a wholesome, comforting Chickpea & Vegetable Casserole, a delicious vegetarian option that fits right into your Thanksgiving spread. This oven-baked dish layers hearty chickpeas with tender slices of potatoes, zucchini, and tomatoes, all infused with aromatic herbs and a rich tomato sauce. Every bite delivers warmth, texture, and just the right amount of spice, making it perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings.

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INGREDIENTS:

Chickpea & Vegetable Casserole Ingredients:
Onion - 1 medium
Tomato - 1 medium
Potatoes - 4-5 medium
Zucchini - 2-3 medium
Garlic - 1 1/2 Tbsp (finely chopped)
Dry Oregano - 1 tsp
Dry Thyme - 1 tsp
Salt - 1 tsp
Ground Black Pepper - 1/2 tsp
Olive Oil - 3-4 Tbsp

Sauce Ingredients:
Swad Chickpea - 2 cup / 1 - 15 oz can
Tomato Puree - 1 3/4 cup / 1 - 10.75 oz can
Maple Syrup - 1 1/2 Tbsp
Ground Cumin - 1 tsp
Salt - 1 tsp
Cayenne Pepper - 1/4 tsp
Fresh Parsley - 2 Tbsp (finely chopped) - garnish
Fresh Basil Leaves - 1/2 cup - garnish

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Begin by slicing 1 medium onion, 1 medium tomato, 4-5 medium potatoes and 2-3 medium zucchinis in rounds.
2. In another bowl drain the can of chickpeas.
3. In a baking dish add 1 can drained chickpeas, 1 can tomato puree, 1 1/2 Tbsp maple syrup, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper.
4. Mix thoroughly to make sure all spices are distributed evenly. Set aside.
5. Add sliced potatoes and zucchini in a large bowl.
6. Add 1/1/2 Tbsp finely chopped garlic, 1 tsp oregano, 1 tsp thyme, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper powder and 3-4 Tbsp olive oil.

PRO TIP: To add heat, add a pinch of chili flakes or finely chopped jalapeno.

7. Mix well to coat all the potatoes and zucchini.
8. Arrange the vegetable slices in the baking dish in an alternating pattern. 9. Drizzle all remaining liquid into the baking dish.

PRO TIP: Make Ahead - assemble a day in advance and bake when ready to serve.

10. Cover the dish with aluminum foil. Bake at 400 F in a pre-heated oven for about 40 minutes.
11. Remove from the oven and remove aluminum foil.
12. Bake uncovered for another 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are cooked.
13. At the end broil for 2-4 minutes or until vegetables are golden brown.
14. Brush some olive oil, sprinkle some black pepper for taste.
15. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and basil leaves.

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