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Chickpea Brown Rice Spinach Artichoke Casserole

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Comforting Chickpea Brown Rice Spinach Artichoke Casserole is a nourishing vegan dish packed with protein and fiber, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 can Chickpeas Protein-rich; can substitute with hominy or any type of beans.
  • 1 cup Brown Rice Adds texture and nutrients; substitute with quinoa or wild rice.
For the Greens
  • 2 cups Spinach Fresh or frozen works beautifully.
  • 1 can Artichokes Canned or frozen artichokes are suitable.
  • 1 medium Onion Fresh preferred for best results.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced for optimal flavor.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Herbs (Rosemary, etc.) Fresh preferred for vibrancy.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Lime can be used as an alternative.
For Creaminess
  • 0.5 cup Cashew/Sunflower Seed Parmesan Adds creaminess; vegan cheese can substitute.
For Optional Flavor
  • 0.25 cup Kalamata Olives Optional for extra flavor.

Equipment

  • oven
  • medium saucepan
  • Large skillet
  • large mixing bowl
  • medium-sized baking dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the brown rice according to package instructions until tender, about 30–40 minutes. Drain excess water.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil, then sauté diced onion and minced garlic for 5 minutes until soft.
  4. Stir in spinach and artichokes, cooking until spinach wilts, about 3–4 minutes.
  5. Combine cooked rice, chickpeas, sautéed mixture, lemon juice, and herbs in a large bowl.
  6. Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish and top with parmesan.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are bubbly and top is golden.
  8. Cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure the brown rice is fully cooked and adjust seasoning according to taste before baking.

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