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Cauliflower With Chickpeas, Tomato, and Kale

Comforting Cauliflower With Chickpeas, Tomato, and Kale Delight

A hearty vegan and gluten-free dish featuring cauliflower, chickpeas, tomato, and kale, perfect for comforting winter meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Braise
  • 1 medium head Cauliflower brings great texture and a hearty base
  • 1 can Chickpeas packed with protein and fiber; use canned for convenience
  • 2 cups Tomatoes fresh when in-season or use canned for ease
  • 2 cups Kale offers nutrients and earthy flavors; spinach is a good substitute
  • 1/4 cup Nutritional Yeast gives a cheesy flavor without dairy; leave out if unavailable
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced for rich flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano provides a warm, herbaceous touch; use fresh for extra flavor
  • to taste Salt essential for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper essential for seasoning

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients as the oven heats.
  2. In a Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Sear the whole cauliflower for about 10 minutes until browned.
  3. Prepare the sauce by adding chopped tomatoes, drained chickpeas, and chopped kale to the pot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Return the browned cauliflower to the pot, spoon some sauce over it, cover, and bake for 1 hour.
  5. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, slice, and serve warm with remaining sauce and chickpeas.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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