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Chickpea Casserole

A hearty chickpea and vegetable casserole for easy meal prep.

Prep time

10 mins

Cook time

30 mins

Serves

Serves 4

Chickpea Casserole

Per serving

Nutrition values are approximate and may vary depending on the brands and quantities used.

Protein

Approx. 20g

Carbs

Approx. 58g

Fats

Approx. 12g

Calories

Approx. 430 kcal

Ingredients

Fresh

  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery sticks, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 2 large handfuls spinach

Tins & cupboard

  • 2 tins chickpeas, drained
  • 1 tin chopped tomatoes
  • 500ml vegetable stock
  • 1 tbsp tomato purée
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper

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Method

  1. 01

    Heat the oil in a casserole dish over a medium heat. Cook the onion, carrots and celery for 8–10 minutes until softened and lightly caramelised.

  2. 02

    Add the garlic, paprika, cumin and tomato purée; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. 03

    Stir in the chickpeas, chopped tomatoes and stock. Bring to a simmer, then cook uncovered for 18–20 minutes until thickened.

  4. 04

    Fold through the spinach until just wilted. Taste, season and divide into four portions.

  5. 05

    Serve with crusty bread, rice or a baked potato if desired.

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