Vegetarian Cheesy Avocado Chicken Bake
Delight in the comforting goodness of this Vegetarian Cheesy Avocado Chickpea Bake, a flavorful twist on the classic avocado chicken bake that’s perfect for meatless meals. This easy-to-make dish features hearty chickpeas as a satisfying protein-packed base, combined with creamy avocados, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic red onions. Tossed with zesty lemon juice, smoked paprika, and cumin for a burst of vibrant flavor, this mixture is baked to perfection under a golden, melty layer of mozzarella cheese. Ready in just 45 minutes and garnished with fresh cilantro, it’s a wholesome, gluten-free recipe ideal for busy weeknights or cozy dinners. Whether you’re a vegetarian or simply looking for a unique, crowd-pleasing dish, this cheesy bake is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g can Chickpeas
- 2 large Avocados
- 200 g Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Red onion
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 150 g Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly under cold running water and set them aside.
Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Place the avocado flesh in a large mixing bowl and mash it slightly.
Dice the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the avocado.
Finely chop the red onion and garlic cloves, and add them into the avocado and tomato mixture.
Add the drained chickpeas, lemon juice, olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the bowl, and mix everything until well combined.
Transfer the mixture into a lightly greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the chickpea and avocado mixture.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your Vegetarian Cheesy Avocado Chickpea Bake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1930 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.3 g | 177% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.2 g | 171% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 3452 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 120.0 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 51.4 g | 184% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.3 g | ||
| Protein | 66.7 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1313 mg | 101% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 3775 mg | 80% | |
*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.
