Vegetable Casserole - Cozy Vegetarian Thanksgiving Dinner Recipe
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
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.
Watch our recipe video for step by step instructions on how to make chickpeas & vegetables casserole. We’ve included demonstrations and pro tips to help you out in the kitchen! For our chickpeas & vegetable casserole recipe calories and nutrition information, see the recipe card below.
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. Drizzle all remaining liquid into the baking dish.
PRO TIP: Make Ahead - assemble a day in advance and bake when ready to serve.
9) Cover the dish with aluminum foil. Bake at 400 F in a pre heated oven for about 40 minutes.
10) Remove from the oven and remove aluminum foil.
11) Bake uncovered for another 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are cooked.
12) At the end broil for 2-4 minutes or until vegetables are golden brown.
13) Brush some olive oil, sprinkle some black pepper for taste.
14) Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and basil leaves.
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.
Watch our recipe video for step by step instructions on how to make chickpeas & vegetables casserole. We’ve included demonstrations and pro tips to help you out in the kitchen! For our chickpeas & vegetable casserole recipe calories and nutrition information, see the recipe card below.
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