This is a complete and hearty vegetarian meal. To make this meal vegan, just omit the feta cheese or use a soy or rice cheese substitute. Try this dish with mozzarella cheese for a different flavor combination.

　　

Ingredients

serves 2

　　Olive oil spray

　　1/2 medium onion, finely chopped

　　1/2 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and finely chopped

　　One 14-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained

　　1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano, or 1 teaspoon dried

　　4 to 6 garlic cloves, minced

　　2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

　　1/2 cup bread crumbs

　　Freshly ground black pepper

　　1 medium eggplant, peeled or not, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 2 cups)

　　3 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

　　One 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

　　

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450°F.

　　

Step 2

Spray the inside and lid of a cast-iron Dutch oven with olive oil.

　　

Step 3

In a medium bowl, mix the onion, bell pepper, tomatoes, oregano, garlic, parsley, and bread crumbs. Season with pepper to taste.

　　

Step 4

Arrange half of the eggplant in a layer in the pot.

　　

Step 5

Blanket with half of the feta, spoon in half the bread crumb mixture, and top with half of the chickpeas.

　　

Step 6

Repeat the layers with the rest of the ingredients.

　　

Step 7

Cover and bake for 45 minutes, or until 3 minutes after the aroma of a fully cooked meal escapes the oven. Serve immediately.

　　

nutrition information

Step 8

Calories: 535

　　

Step 9

Protein: 24g

　　

Step 10

Carbohydrates: 71g

　　

Step 11

Fat: 16g

　　

Step 12

Cholesterol: 30mg

　　

Step 13

Sodium: 178mg

　　

Step 14

Fiber: 21g

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