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Home » Main Dish » Italian Chickpea Casserole

Italian Chickpea Casserole

Published: Jan 14, 2015 by Rebecca Pytell · This post may contain affiliate links.

A hearty plant-based meal the whole family will love. This gluten-free, grain-free, and vegan Italian Chickpea Casserole is the perfect weeknight meal to nourish the body with classic and comforting flavors.

I'm never really sure what people use to define a casserole. I assume it just means it was baked in a casserole dish, could easily be freezed in bulk, and provides endless leftovers. When I think of casserole, images of the stereotypical housewife pop in my head. Hair up, apron on, oven mits covering the hands as she bends down to remove the "casserole" from the oven and present it to the family waiting ever so patiently at the table.

Italian Chickpea Casserole | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #glutenfree #vegan #grainfree #casserole

What I also imagine is a heavy cheese and meat laden dish full of sadness. It may provide comfort to the family in that moment, but it will leave them dragging and sluggish for sure.  We all want a comforting meal at the end of a long winters day, don't get me wrong, but I think there are better options. Which leads me to my version of a healthy plant-based and allergy-free casserole.

Italian Chickpea Casserole | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #glutenfree #vegan #grainfree #casserole

Not only is this super healthy, but it will also leave you satisfied and full of plant-based energy. If I still need to convince you, then let me tell you have easy this is too! All you have to do is gather your ingredients and layer them in a casserole dish. Then bake and serve (or freeze!). I even made a cute step-by-step assembling guide in case you need a visual 😉

Italian Chickpea Casserole | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #glutenfree #vegan #grainfree #casserole

Since Italian food just brings images of comfort to mind, I thought I'd roll with that flavor theme. Plus, Italian flavors like tomatoes ad basil and crowd pleasers all-around. From picky children to meat-loving husbands, everyone will love this! This dish makes about 4 servings, but it could easily be doubled or tripled with a larger casserole dish and more ingredients!

Italian Chickpea Casserole

Italian Chickpea Casserole | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #glutenfree #vegan #grainfree #casserole

Ingredients: (serves 4)

+ 1 Large Spaghetti Squash (About 3 Cups when cooked and shredded)

+ 2 ½ Cups Cooked Chickpeas

+ 1 Medium Zucchini Sliced (for 16 slices)

+ ½ Cup Sliced Black Olives

+ 3 Large White Mushrooms (for 8 slices)

Homemade Tomato Basil Sauce:

+ 1 Can No-Salt Added Tomato Sauce

+ ¼ Cup Chipped Fresh Basil

+ 1 Tsp Chopped Garlic

+ ½ Tsp Onion Powder

+ ¼ Tsp Black Pepper

+ 1 TB Dried Parsley

Additional Toppings:

+ 1 to 2 TB Nutritional Yeast

+ 1 TB Dried Parsley (for sprinkling on top)

Directions:

+ Preheat the oven to 350°F.

+ Microwave the spaghetti squash for 5 minutes or until you can easily cut it and fork out the strands. Prep the rest of your veggies and set everything aside.

+ In a bowl combine all the sauce ingredients and give everything a good stir.

+ In a 8x8 casserole dish, assemble the casserole as shown in the above graphic. Start with the squash, chickpeas, zucchini, olives, mushrooms, and finally the sauce. Now top the casserole with nutritional yeast and an extra sprinkle of parsley.

+ Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes.

Italian Chickpea Casserole | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #glutenfree #vegan #grainfree #casserole

Healthy hearty goodness! Saucy, "cheesy", and full of wonderful comforting flavor.

Italian Chickpea Casserole | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #glutenfree #vegan #grainfree #casserole

Now that I've made my first "casserole", I think I need to try my hand at some more. They are just too easy and the perfect all-in-one meal.

Italian Chickpea Casserole | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #glutenfree #vegan #grainfree #casserole

Have I told you about my un-dieing love for nutritional yeast? I probably poured about 5 more gallons on this after I took the "pretty" pictures. I can't get enough of that cheesy stuff! So what I mean to say is...the nutritional yeast is NOT optional here 😉 You MUST use it, haha!

Italian Chickpea Casserole | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 #glutenfree #vegan #grainfree #casserole

So tell me:

+ What do you think of when you hear the word casserole?

+ What's your favorite classic comfort food?

*Recipe linking up for the week! WIAW, Allergy Free Wednesdays, #RecipeFridays, #RecipeOfTheWeek, #StrangeButGood, Gluten-Free Wednesdays, Real Food Friday, Gluten-Free Fridays, Tasty Tuesdays, Savoring Saturdays, Healthy Vegan Fridays, Real Food Recipe Roundup, Tasty Tuesdays, Meatless Mondays, Lena’s Tasty Tuesdays!*

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Comments

  1. Diane

    April 24, 2015 at 9:49 pm

    This looks like a winner! Found you at the #weekend social link party. Pinning!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      April 24, 2015 at 11:49 pm

      O joy! Thanks dear!

      Reply
  2. Raewyn

    February 03, 2015 at 10:35 am

    This looks delicious!! I may have to trick myself into trying it though since I'm not a squash person.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      February 03, 2015 at 10:38 am

      O you will love it!

      Reply
  3. Kristy @ Southern In Law

    February 01, 2015 at 1:20 am

    Yum yum yum - chickpeas and some of my fave veggies! This is when I WISH I could eat tomatoes!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      February 01, 2015 at 1:59 am

      One day 😉

      Reply
  4. Sherry

    January 29, 2015 at 9:10 pm

    Another great looking dish. Thanks for linking up to Funtastic Friday. Hope to see you again this week.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 29, 2015 at 11:22 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  5. Annette@ FitnessPerks

    January 22, 2015 at 11:37 am

    Oh wow! This looks amazing! And your pictures are gorgeous, Rebecca!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 22, 2015 at 1:05 pm

      O thank you so much Annette!

      Reply
  6. Marla

    January 22, 2015 at 11:05 am

    Hi Rebecca,
    Just a note to let you know that I chose your post as one my features this week for Real Food Fridays blog hop that goes live tonight @ 7pm EST. Thanks for being part of Real Food Fridays and sharing your wonderful recipes and information.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 22, 2015 at 1:05 pm

      Thanks Marla!

      Reply
  7. kimmythevegan

    January 21, 2015 at 7:23 pm

    I totally think of the stereotypical casserole... and I have to admit that from time to time, I make a veganized version that although slightly healthier isn't the greatest. This looks like an AWESOME casserole. I love the sound of it =)
    I especially love the layer of chickpeas!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 21, 2015 at 7:31 pm

      Haha, right!? Casserole is just such a 1950s word!
      Chickpeas just make it rock 😉 Gotta love the little bean!

      Reply
  8. vegetarianmamma (Cindy)

    January 21, 2015 at 5:14 pm

    Thanks for linking up at our Gluten Free Fridays Party! I have tweeted and pinned your entry to our Gluten Free Fridays board on Pinterest! 🙂 I can't wait to see what you share next time!
    -Cindy

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 21, 2015 at 6:15 pm

      Thank you.

      Reply
  9. Stephanie

    January 20, 2015 at 2:04 pm

    I love a healthy casserole! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again this week!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 20, 2015 at 2:22 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  10. Jenna

    January 20, 2015 at 11:09 am

    Yum! Thanks for sharing at the Homestead Blog Hop! Hope to see you again tomorrow. 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 20, 2015 at 11:50 am

      Thanks Jenna!

      Reply
  11. Jillian Hudson

    January 20, 2015 at 9:59 am

    This is a great recipe! I’d love it if you would share it on my new corn-free link party. http://www.creatingsilverlinings.com/corn-free-everyday-jan-20-15/

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 20, 2015 at 11:51 am

      Thanks Jillian!

      Reply
  12. Esther

    January 19, 2015 at 3:28 pm

    Thank you for joining the link-up! We love to see other fun recipes!
    I would have never thought about putting spaghetti squash in a casserole!
    Growing up all casseroles were pretty much full of cheese and meat like you mentioned in your post. Now that I am older and wiser, I try to make them a bit more healthy!
    Thanks again for sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 19, 2015 at 3:30 pm

      Well this is the PERFECT modern healthy take 😉

      Reply
  13. Julia @ Swirls and Spice

    January 19, 2015 at 10:20 am

    Such a super amazing vegan casserole! I'm not vegetarian, but I want to try this soon!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 19, 2015 at 11:09 am

      You don't have to be to enjoy a plant-based meal, haha!

      Reply
  14. marge201

    January 18, 2015 at 3:12 pm

    Love nutritional yeast but have only used it on popcorn. THE BEST. Just put Bob's big flake and also Bragg into my shopping cart. Will be making this gorgeous casserole. I'm a huge fan of hodgepodges so this dish speaks to me. I'll ad hemp on the top after cooked and plenty of seeds in there, too. THANK YOU FOR THIS!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 18, 2015 at 3:19 pm

      Hemp Seeds would be a very cool addition! And seriously, load on the nooch!
      Haha, you're comment made my day right now 😉 XOXO

      Reply
  15. Raia

    January 17, 2015 at 4:59 pm

    This sounds sooo delicious, Rebecca! I can't wait to try it! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Savoring Saturdays!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 17, 2015 at 5:46 pm

      Aw, thank you Raia! XOXO

      Reply
  16. janet @ the taste space

    January 17, 2015 at 11:50 am

    What a great looking recipe, Rebecca. I like how simple it is. 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 17, 2015 at 12:28 pm

      Thank you Janet! 🙂

      Reply
  17. Quirky Homemaker

    January 17, 2015 at 10:15 am

    Although we love our meat here, we also love eating vegetarian dishes. This looks yummy! We'll have to try it sometime.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 17, 2015 at 12:42 pm

      You always need a great meatless meal up your sleeve!

      Reply
  18. Janelle @ Run With No Regrets

    January 17, 2015 at 8:23 am

    This looks absolutely delicious and not too difficult to make! I need to cook more with chickpeas, I love them! #sitsblogging

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 17, 2015 at 8:30 am

      Yes! Do it! They are such a great versatile bean!

      Reply
  19. Kierston

    January 17, 2015 at 8:15 am

    Look delicious!!! Thanks for linking up to #recipefriday 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 17, 2015 at 8:32 am

      Thank you Kierston!

      Reply
  20. Mattie @ Comfy & Confident

    January 17, 2015 at 7:47 am

    This is such a creative idea! I love it is a vegetarian dish but the chickpeas give it a lot of protein. Looks really good, thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 17, 2015 at 8:06 am

      Thanks Mattie!

      Reply
  21. Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes

    January 16, 2015 at 4:12 pm

    Wow, this looks amazing. I love chickpeas, so definitely pinning this one!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 16, 2015 at 4:38 pm

      Chickpeas are the ultimate bean! Thanks Sue 🙂 XOXO

      Reply
  22. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table

    January 16, 2015 at 2:45 pm

    This is such a great idea and combination of flavors. Thanks for linking it up. I can't wait to try it!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 16, 2015 at 3:47 pm

      Thanks Laura!

      Reply
  23. Marla

    January 16, 2015 at 2:14 pm

    Hi Rebecca,
    Wow looks so delicious! Love all the healthy ingredients and wonderful spices. This meal would be great for Winter's cold weather - warming and satisfying. Thanks for sharing on Real Food Fridays. Pinned & twitted.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 16, 2015 at 2:24 pm

      So true! Perfect January cold winter meal!

      Reply
  24. Cassandra @PoweredByBling

    January 16, 2015 at 1:34 pm

    YUM! This looks so good. Love the originality of this recipe. I've been wanting to try nutritional yeast. I think I'm going to get some and make this as recipe as my first use of it! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 16, 2015 at 1:43 pm

      Thanks! You will totally love nooch!

      Reply
  25. Cindy (Vegetarian Mamma)

    January 16, 2015 at 1:04 pm

    This my friend sounds amazing and looks beautiful! I MUST try it! YUM!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 16, 2015 at 1:11 pm

      Thank you so much Cindy! XOXO

      Reply
  26. Christi

    January 16, 2015 at 11:26 am

    This casserole looks so delicious! Filling, flavorful, and colorful! I can't wait to give it a try.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 16, 2015 at 12:07 pm

      Thank you Christi!

      Reply
  27. Julie @ Running in a Skirt

    January 16, 2015 at 8:54 am

    This looks soooo good! Can't wait to try it! I think my family will love it.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 16, 2015 at 8:56 am

      Thank you! I hope they do 🙂

      Reply
  28. Heidy@The McCallumsShamrockPatch

    January 15, 2015 at 11:12 pm

    I just wanted to drop by your blog tonight and personally thank you for taking the time to share you wonderful blog post on #PureBlogLove, we adore your blog and really enjoy checking out all your hard work. I am pinning this to our board
    Besos
    Heidy

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 15, 2015 at 11:15 pm

      I'm sure, thanks!

      Reply
  29. Nicole Neverman

    January 15, 2015 at 8:07 pm

    This casserole sounds absolutely delicious.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 15, 2015 at 8:10 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  30. Simply called food

    January 15, 2015 at 5:43 pm

    That really looks yummy!!! I love chickpeas! Dropping by to say Hi from The weekend social!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 15, 2015 at 6:06 pm

      Thank you so much friend! XOXO

      Reply
  31. Linda

    January 15, 2015 at 5:22 pm

    My favorite! Thanks

    Linda

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 15, 2015 at 6:07 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  32. Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner

    January 15, 2015 at 4:49 pm

    I love adding the chick peas in there. I'm all about them this week.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 15, 2015 at 4:50 pm

      Well they're the main star of the show here!

      Reply
  33. EA-The Spicy RD

    January 15, 2015 at 11:14 am

    Great easy recipe and love the simple, nourishing ingredients! I still haven't tried nutritional yeast b/c I can never seem to find it in the grocery store. I think I will head on over to Amazon right now and buy some. Have a wonderful day!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 15, 2015 at 11:59 am

      Order it from Vitacost.com. Bob's Red Mill large flake nutritional yeast. DONE!

      Reply
  34. Miranda @ Miranda Writes Blog

    January 15, 2015 at 9:54 am

    This look delicious! I've only ever had chickpeas in hummus so I should probably expand my chickpea repertoire! =)

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 15, 2015 at 10:32 am

      You need to make that a priority!

      Reply
  35. Kaelene @ Unlocking Kiki

    January 15, 2015 at 9:09 am

    This sounds amazing! Pinning this recipe and will be making this soon!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 15, 2015 at 9:15 am

      Aw, thank you Kaelene!

      Reply
  36. Hannah @CleanEatingVeggieGirl

    January 15, 2015 at 8:28 am

    I'm pretty much sold by anything that has chickpeas AND spaghetti squash in it 😉

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 15, 2015 at 8:56 am

      Same here 😉

      Reply
  37. Michelle

    January 15, 2015 at 8:13 am

    I've never tried anything like this, but I'm definitely intrigued! Looks good 😀

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 15, 2015 at 8:56 am

      Uh, haha, okay, thanks!

      Reply
  38. Alli

    January 15, 2015 at 7:46 am

    It's refreshing to see a casserole without all the cheese, breadcrumbs and cream of whatever soup. I eat a plant based diet, too and this looks right up my alley. Thanks. Pinning.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 15, 2015 at 8:55 am

      Haha, thank you Alli! Enjoy!

      Reply
  39. Kristy @ Southern In Law

    January 15, 2015 at 4:43 am

    I always think of sauce laden dishes when I think of a casserole which is probably why I hate typical casseroles, haha. This look delish though!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 15, 2015 at 5:04 am

      Haha, yea! Well I am glad you like the looks of this one!

      Reply
  40. Lisa @ RunWiki

    January 15, 2015 at 12:07 am

    This is right up my ally! My husband and I live on meals like this one -- I am making this very soon-- I will tweet you a pic. it sounds fresh but hearty.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 15, 2015 at 6:47 am

      Haha, awesome! I can't wait to see how it comes out 😉 Thank you love! XOXO

      Reply
  41. Natalie @ Feasting on Fruit

    January 14, 2015 at 9:06 pm

    I think of potlucks and Pyrex and tin foil lids and gooey cheesy mystery ingredients and Ritz crackers crumbled on top and day old leftovers that never taste quite the same. I'm never sure if casseroles should be sliced or scooped either...it's a mystery. But this looks fresh and delicious and defies all my stereotypes 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 11:56 pm

      Hahaha, I love that description 😉 "Ritz crackers crumbled on top" yummo!
      I am glad my casserole defies that wonderful description 😉

      Reply
  42. Farrah

    January 14, 2015 at 8:58 pm

    I love all the pretty layers! <3 (Although being me, I'd put the olives on the side, hahaha. 😛 ) My favorite comfort food is probably pot pie or some kind of soup!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 11:54 pm

      No, olives all over! Hahaha!
      I still have not had any soup since like last winter :O

      Reply
  43. Emily @My Healthyish Life

    January 14, 2015 at 8:46 pm

    I've never tried nutritional yeast. I actually have no clue what it is haha. Good idea to make it with spaghetti squash!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 11:53 pm

      What! Stop where you are.....go online to Vitacost.....order yourself a bag of Bob's Red Mill large flake nutritional yeast and report back to be when it arrives.....ASAP!

      Reply
  44. GiselleR @ Diary of an ExSloth

    January 14, 2015 at 6:35 pm

    Confession: I have no idea what a casserole is either. I'm liking your definition of something made in a casserole dish though haha
    Also, nooch!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 6:40 pm

      My simple definition 😉 I think we might just be over-thinking things!
      NOOCH LOVE <3

      Reply
  45. Jen

    January 14, 2015 at 6:21 pm

    Your photos = beautiful. This recipe = amazing. I love casseroles to death but I don't think I've ever made one since going fully plant based. That is about to change. I have all of these ingredients on hand except the zucchini, which I am about to send Hubby to the store to pick up! I share your undying love of Nooch and will be copiously topping my plate with it! Thank you so much for sharing this awesome and healthy vegan recipe!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 6:30 pm

      THANK YOU! Ah, yes! Grab some zucchini and go! Zucchini is one of the veggies that MUST always be in my kitchen! Haha, I am never without...nor am I ever without nooch! I use that stuff everyday! Seriously, I think it may be one of the best "plant-based" vegan discoveries ever!

      Reply
  46. Miss Polkadot

    January 14, 2015 at 5:41 pm

    Casseroles are hands down my favourite meals and bring back childhood memories and I've been obsessed with nutritional yeast - going through a container in 1 1/2 weeks - lately, too. In short: this is right up my alley. Invite me over for dinner?? (:

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 6:04 pm

      I'd totally have you over for dinner! We could pour on the nutritional yeast too 😉 I need to order more ASAP! I am running low! The stuff is crack!

      Reply
  47. Gina

    January 14, 2015 at 3:46 pm

    Um this looks amazing! I am definitely bookmarking it and hopefully I will be able to try this soon! 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 3:49 pm

      Thank you Gina! I hope you do get to make it 😉

      Reply
  48. lindsay

    January 14, 2015 at 3:38 pm

    i love making casseroles but don't do it enough! time to change that, and use chickpeas!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 3:46 pm

      Yes it is! Haha! Chickpeas ROCK!

      Reply
  49. Lora

    January 14, 2015 at 2:24 pm

    I love everything about this but the olives. BLECH! I hate olives. I will have to think up a healthy substitution! (My brain goes to CHEESE!?!? But there goes the no-dairy part of it all!!!) Thanks so much for sharing. Always love your recipes!! 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 3:48 pm

      Haha!
      The "cheese" is the nutritional yeast here! If you've never had it, you NEED to get some ASAP!

      Reply
  50. Jen@jpabstfitness

    January 14, 2015 at 2:20 pm

    Casseroles are my jam. So versatile and time saving 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 2:22 pm

      They are so easy to put together!

      Reply
  51. Kelly @ TastingPage

    January 14, 2015 at 2:17 pm

    What a great combination of ingredients, and I love that it's gluten and grain free. Will need to put this in rotation!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 2:22 pm

      Thanks Kelly!

      Reply
  52. Olivia Schwab

    January 14, 2015 at 12:29 pm

    This looks soo amazing!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 1:06 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  53. Sam @ PancakeWarriors

    January 14, 2015 at 12:07 pm

    Yum this looks so good! I just did a Moroccan casserole with chickpeas, they are so filling and perfect in casseroles. Can't wait to try this out!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 1:05 pm

      They keep their form and heartiness in everything!

      Reply
  54. Elizabeth @ Enjoy Every Bite

    January 14, 2015 at 12:04 pm

    This looks delicious! What a great way to get a ton of veggies in such a yummy dish!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 1:05 pm

      Just packing it ALL in!

      Reply
  55. Anne

    January 14, 2015 at 12:01 pm

    My, that looks good...

    I keep forgetting to use chickpeas in Italian (inspired) dishes - forgetting that they are ceci, as well as chickpeas and garbanzo beans! Really, they are so versatile... Good reminder, as well as good recipe!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 1:04 pm

      You're right! They are Italian! Many people don't know that!

      Reply
  56. Nicky

    January 14, 2015 at 11:43 am

    You've assembled a great assortment of flavors for this casserole. This is a great example of healthy comfort food.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 1:04 pm

      For sure!

      Reply
  57. Audrey @ Gluten-Free Vegan Love

    January 14, 2015 at 11:40 am

    That looks like such a hearty meal! Thanks for the recipe, Rebecca. I especially love how simple it is to throw together -- my kind of dinner 😉

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 1:04 pm

      It's super simple! Thanks Audrey!

      Reply
  58. Alanna

    January 14, 2015 at 11:18 am

    Stereotypical casserole comes to my mind too, maybe that's why I've made so few of them! Love using chickpeas as a protein booster - you don't miss the meat at all. I love nutritional yeast but just realized I haven't used mine in a while!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 11:21 am

      Haha, right!? Use the nooch! I go through bags ans bags of the good yellow stuff!

      Reply
  59. Laura @MotherWouldKnow

    January 14, 2015 at 11:09 am

    I'm neither vegan nor gluten-free, but this looks delicious. I love the visual, showing how to put it together - a feast for the eyes:)

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 11:16 am

      Haha, thanks Laura!

      Reply
  60. Melissa @ Freeing Imperfections

    January 14, 2015 at 10:43 am

    Ah wow, this looks so yummy! I definitely want to make this as getting veggies in is a priority of mine lately.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 10:52 am

      Do it! You will definitely get them in with this!

      Reply
  61. Michele @ paleorunningmomma

    January 14, 2015 at 10:35 am

    Wow, Rebecca this looks so yummy! I have similar issues with the casserole word, I've been calling things a "bake" because a casserole makes me think of the 1950s! Totally the same thing though, and I'm a casserole fan!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 10:48 am

      Casserole is just an ugly boring word! Bake sounds kinda boring to though....we need to invent something to spark people's interests! Hahahaha!

      Reply
  62. Sandi Gaertner (@sandigtweets)

    January 14, 2015 at 10:21 am

    This recipe looks delicious for a Meat Free Monday.

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 10:57 am

      Totally! It is just a perfect plant-based meal!

      Reply
  63. Shashi @ runninsrilankan

    January 14, 2015 at 9:45 am

    I adore chickpeas - AND could eat this casserole in one sitting! Thanks for the step by step photos!!!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 9:52 am

      Me too! Haha, it is really filling though!
      Thanks Shashi! XOXO

      Reply
  64. Patty @ Reach Your Peak

    January 14, 2015 at 9:23 am

    This looks so good! I love chickpeas. My BF made a resolution to eat healthier so I'm excited to get him to try stuff he normally wouldn't (hes so picky). I'll let you know once I make this! And looks like it'd be perfect to make a lot of and have leftovers for lunch.

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 9:49 am

      Yes! Perfect for leftovers! I hope he likes it! It is so hearty, fresh, and packed with good veggie love!!!

      Reply
  65. Sydney

    January 14, 2015 at 8:56 am

    Wow, this looks amazing! This will be perfect for my Mom and Sister who are on pretty restricted diets for medical reasons. It looks so hearty and flavorful! Thanks for sharing 🙂

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 9:47 am

      That's my goal! Food restrictions don't have to define you! XOXO

      Reply
  66. Linda @ Veganosity

    January 14, 2015 at 8:55 am

    Haha! You forgot to put the pearls on that 1950s housewife. 🙂 I love spaghetti squash and have a recipe coming on Monday. It's not a casserole, but it's pretty easy. Love the tutorial!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 10:55 am

      Haha, yes! That too!
      Spaghetti squash is just so versatile! Always my go to!

      Reply
  67. Cassie

    January 14, 2015 at 8:53 am

    AHHH I LOVE THIS! I've been all about the chickpeas lately. BUT I've been having the. worst. time. finding a spaghetti squash in SF. Isn't that insane?? Back to looking for one so I can make this soon, nice job, pretty girl!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 9:44 am

      Agh! The produce world can be so unfair! It's damn squash season! I must ship you one 😉

      Reply
  68. jess meddows

    January 14, 2015 at 8:34 am

    This looks so delicious, Rebecca. 🙂 I love the way you've shown each step with the layering in the first picture, too. Really interesting!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 8:46 am

      Thank you! Haha, I loved showing the "steps" 😉

      Reply
  69. Honest mum

    January 14, 2015 at 8:32 am

    Oh yummy, will be trying this. I reckon baking or lightly frying the courgettes first might be good too. Gorgeous post! Thanks for linking up to #tastytuesdays

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 10:55 am

      They get baked right in the casserole!

      Reply
  70. Christie

    January 14, 2015 at 7:53 am

    I love finding healthy casseroles. This one is perfect and filled with wonderful ingredients.

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 8:45 am

      Thank you Christie!

      Reply
  71. Rachel @ Athletic Avocado

    January 14, 2015 at 7:24 am

    I can def see myself making this! Looks uber delish! Love that you used spaghetti squash, zucchini and mushrooms for the veg!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 8:45 am

      Make it! So easy and veggie filled 😉

      Reply
  72. Larissa

    January 14, 2015 at 7:17 am

    WOW this looks delicious! I'm loving chick peas lately. And while pasta sauce is always a plus, I really haven't been into pasta itself for a long time. This looks like a great way to hit that italian craving without the heavy noodles.

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 8:44 am

      Yes! I am not into heavy pasta dishes either, but I always love the Italian flavors!

      Reply
  73. Jennifer F

    January 14, 2015 at 7:17 am

    This looks really satisfying! I never use the word casserole around my husband because then won't eat it -- so I would call this Italian Chickpea Bake - haha

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 8:43 am

      Bake works too! Casserole is just a weird word....

      Reply
  74. Linz @ Itz Linz

    January 14, 2015 at 7:05 am

    i like casseroles for the sake of how long they last haha love your pic of all the shots!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 8:43 am

      That graphic made me happy 😉 The simple things!

      Reply
  75. Sarah@creatingbettertomorrow

    January 14, 2015 at 7:02 am

    Think I could leave out mushrooms? I could get the hubby to eat if I left those out 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 10:54 am

      Of course, but that's sad! Mushrooms rock!

      Reply
  76. Kelly

    January 14, 2015 at 6:31 am

    This looks delicious, Rebecca! You can customize it as well, based on your own personal taste. Italian food is comfort food, and this is a great meatless option.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 14, 2015 at 8:42 am

      Totally! Thanks Kelly 🙂

      Reply

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