Curried Chick Pea Casserole

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Warm, spiced chickpeas and corn baked into a comforting, plant-based meal
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This hearty casserole combines earthy chickpeas and sweet corn with warm curry spices for a deeply satisfying dish. The base of caramelized onions and garlic creates a rich, savory foundation that elevates the simple ingredients. Topped with brown rice, it offers a wonderful mix of textures from the tender legumes to the fluffy grains. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a potluck contribution, this vegan-friendly bake is both nourishing and easy to prepare. The spices bloom in the oven, releasing aromatic scents that fill your kitchen with inviting warmth. It’s a simple yet robust meal that proves vegetarian food can be the star of the table.

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Curried Chick Pea Casserole

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 69.2

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This hearty casserole combines earthy chickpeas and sweet corn with warm curry spices for a deeply satisfying dish. The base of caramelized onions and garlic creates a rich, savory foundation that elevates the simple ingredients. Topped with brown rice, it offers a wonderful mix of textures from the tender legumes to the fluffy grains. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a potluck contribution, this vegan-friendly bake is both nourishing and easy to prepare. The spices bloom in the oven, releasing aromatic scents that fill your kitchen with inviting warmth. It&# 226;ÂÂs a simple yet robust meal that proves vegetarian food can be the star of the table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375ðF (190ðC).
  2. Lightly oil a 1.5-quart baking dish or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add chopped onions, minced garlic, and bay leaf to the skillet.
  5. Cook, stirring frequently, until onions are soft and lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and discard the bay leaf.
  7. Add cooked brown rice, vegan cream-style corn, rinsed chickpeas, curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and water to the skillet.
  8. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined and heated through.
  9. Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  10. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes, or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 69.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.8g6%
Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 3.6mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 8.4g3%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
Sugars 3.8g
Protein 1.0g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: curry, chickpea, casserole, vegan, vegetarian, plant-based, baked, comfort food, spicy, healthy, dinner, easy, family-style, protein, rice, corn, turmeric, cumin, one-pot, meal-prep
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