This North African Spiced Vegan Spaghetti Squash Casserole is a flavorful and hearty plant-based dish. The combination of spices, beans, and roasted spaghetti squash creates a satisfying and nutritious meal. It's perfect for those seeking a delicious vegan casserole with a North African twist.
Ingredients:
- 1 large spaghetti squash, halved and seeds removed
- 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup diced bell peppers mixed colors
- 1 cup diced red onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup vegan cheese, shredded
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 400F 200C
Place the spaghetti squash halves on a baking sheet, cut side up
Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 40-45 minutes or until tender
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat
Add garlic, red onion, and bell peppers
Saut until softened
Add chickpeas, black beans, diced tomatoes, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper
Cook for 5 minutes
Stir in tomato sauce and vegetable broth
Simmer for an additional 10 minutes
Using a fork, shred the roasted spaghetti squash into strands
Add the squash strands to the skillet and mix well
Stir in lemon juice, fresh cilantro, and parsley
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish
Top with vegan cheese
Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving