Chickpea and Squash Stew Casserole

🥘 Chickpea and Squash Stew Casserole

Gluten-Free | Vegan | Comfort Food with a Mediterranean Twist

This Chickpea and Squash Stew Casserole is the kind of warm, rustic dish that hugs you from the inside out. Packed with nourishing vegetables and plant-based protein, it combines the sweetness of roasted butternut squash with the earthiness of mushrooms, the bold tang of black olive tapenade, and the richness of simmered tomatoes.

It’s a one-dish wonder—perfect for batch cooking, chilly nights, or anytime you need a fuss-free, feel-good meal.

Ingredient Highlights & Benefits:

🍠 Butternut Squash
Naturally sweet, packed with beta-carotene and fiber, and softens beautifully in the stew.

🍄 Chestnut Mushrooms
Add umami depth and meaty texture without any meat—perfect for hearty veggie-based meals.

🧅 Onions & Garlic
Aromatic base layers that build savory complexity throughout the casserole.

🌶️ Bell Peppers
Bright and sweet with a satisfying crunch; loaded with vitamin C and antioxidants.

🫒 Black Olive Tapenade
A secret flavor booster! Adds a briny punch that elevates the entire stew with Mediterranean flair.

🧆 Chickpeas
Protein-rich, filling, and nutty—chickpeas are the stew’s backbone and soak up all the bold flavors.

🍅 Canned Plum Tomatoes
Their rich acidity ties everything together, creating a thick, savory stew base.

🌿 Fresh Parsley (to garnish)
For a fresh, herbal finish that brightens every bite.

Serve it hot with crusty gluten-free bread or a side of fluffy rice—or enjoy it on its own for a satisfying, complete plant-powered meal.