Creamy Chickpea and Tahini Casserole

Indulge in the rich, nutty flavors of this Creamy Chickpea and Tahini Casserole, a satisfying plant-based dish that's perfect for cozy dinners or meal prepping. Bursting with wholesome ingredients like protein-packed chickpeas, velvety tahini, and savory garlic, this casserole is elevated with a tangy splash of lemon juice and a subtle smoky kick from paprika. A creamy tahini sauce binds everything together, while the optional panko topping adds a delightful crunch. Ready in under an hour, this vegan-friendly recipe is not only nutritious but also deeply comforting. Garnished with fresh parsley and easy to customize, it’s a hearty, dairy-free alternative for casseroles that’s sure to please everyone around the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked chickpeas (or canned, rinsed and drained)
• 0.5 cup Tahini
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast (optional, for cheesy flavor)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil (for drizzling on top)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x9-inch casserole dish with a light coating of olive oil.

Step 2

Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the tahini, almond milk, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Add the cooked onion, garlic, and chickpeas to the casserole dish. Pour the tahini sauce over the top and stir gently to coat everything evenly.

Step 6

If using panko breadcrumbs, sprinkle them evenly over the top of the casserole and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to help them crisp up during baking.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until heated through and the top is golden and bubbling.

Step 8

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1349.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2760.4

Total Fat 150.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4082.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 266.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 72.5g	0%
Total Sugars 39.2g
Protein 98.9g	0%

Vitamin D 100.0IU	0%
Calcium 10269.3mg	0%
Iron 42885.4mg	0%
Potassium 3301.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.0%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 37.9%