Organic Middle Eastern Chickpea Casserole

This organic Middle Eastern inspired chickpea casserole is a generously vegetable-packed, slow-cooked dish that draws its warmth and depth from a carefully balanced spice blend of coriander, cinnamon, paprika and a gentle heat from chilli. Tomatoes and tomato paste form a rich, deeply flavoured base, while carrots, red pepper, parsnip and spinach bring colour, sweetness and substance throughout. Chickpeas and red lentils add a hearty, protein-rich body to the dish, and a scattering of raisins weaves in the subtle fruity sweetness that is characteristic of a well-made Middle Eastern casserole, rounding the spices beautifully without drawing attention to itself. Certified organic, vegan and naturally gluten-free, it's a wholesome, ready-to-heat meal that tastes far more considered than its simplicity of preparation suggests. Serve over fluffy couscous or basmati rice for a satisfying weeknight supper, spoon alongside warm flatbreads and a dollop of yoghurt for something more relaxed, or use as a richly spiced base for a larger pot, adding extra chickpeas or roasted squash to feed a crowd

Organic Middle Eastern Chickpea Casserole