Meals Matter

Chickpeas with Roasted Vegetables

Contributed By: chelseamarie
Adapted from The Complete Vegetarian Cookbook

This is a comforting recipe that uses many vegetables with high nutrient contents.

Ingredients

1/4 pound Butternut Squash, chopped

1/4 cup Red Bell Pepper, chopped

2 Eggplants, chopped

1 c Red onions, chopped

1/3 c Water to sprinkle

1 can Chickpeas

1/3 cup Lemon juice

1 Garlic clove, minced

1 tablespoon Fresh flat-leaf Parsley, chopped

1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme, chopped

To taste, black pepper

Preparation

1. Pre-heat oven to 375 F. Lay out all chopped vegetables (except chickpeas) on a roasting sheet or cookie sheet and sprinkle with water.

2. Roast for 30 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Cool. Add to bowl with the chickpeas and half of the parsley.

3. In a smaller bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, minced garlic, and thyme. Add black pepper if desired.

4. Combine with vegetables, top with the rest of the parsley, and have a great lunch!

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Bean & Legume
Vegetables
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Special Features: Vegetarian
Nutrition Content: Low Calorie
Low Fat
High Fiber
Meal Type: Lunch
Salads & Dressings

Nutrient Information

Calories: 130
Total Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 5 g
Calcium: 91mg
Sodium: 184 mg
Iron: 1.6 mg
Fiber: 8 g