Best 6 Vegetable And Chickpea Ragout Recipes

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Welcome to a culinary journey filled with vibrant flavors and wholesome goodness! Our vegetable and chickpea ragout is a delightful symphony of fresh vegetables, tender chickpeas, and aromatic spices that will tantalize your taste buds. Indulge in a hearty and comforting dish that's not only delicious but packed with nutrients. This versatile ragout can be enjoyed on its own, paired with crusty bread for a satisfying meal, or served as a flavorful filling for wraps and tacos. With a simple and easy-to-follow recipe, you'll be whipping up this culinary masterpiece in no time. Let's dive into the delectable details and uncover the secrets behind this extraordinary dish!

In addition to the main vegetable and chickpea ragout recipe, we've included several delightful variations that cater to different dietary preferences and add exciting twists to the classic. Explore the vegan version, where chickpeas take center stage as the protein source, delivering a rich and satisfying experience. For those who love a touch of heat, the spicy vegetable and chickpea ragout incorporates a blend of chili peppers and spices that will ignite your senses. And if you're looking for a quick and convenient option, the Instant Pot vegetable and chickpea ragout utilizes this versatile kitchen appliance to deliver a flavorful dish in a fraction of the time. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our vegetable and chickpea ragout and its tempting variations. Your taste buds will thank you!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKPEA RAGOUT



Chickpea Ragout image

Provided by Sheila Lukins

Categories     Soup/Stew     Tomato     Side     Vegetarian     Dinner     Chickpea     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Vegan     Cumin     Parade     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 red onion, diced
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cans (15 ounce each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 can (14 ounce) diced tomatoes
2 sprigs fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried
2 teaspoons each honey and fresh lemon juice
1 3/4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
Couscous, for serving
1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • 1. Heat the oil in a heavy saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the onion and garlic; wilt, stirring, for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with cumin and stir to mellow.
  • 2. Stir in chickpeas, tomatoes, thyme, honey, lemon juice, and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 4 minutes.
  • 3. While the chickpeas cook, prepare the couscous according to package directions.
  • 4. Taste the chickpeas and adjust the seasonings as needed. Remove the thyme sprigs and stir in the parsley. Serve over couscous in shallow bowls.

JULIE SAHNI'S INDIAN CHICKPEA RAGOUT WITH VEGETABLES



Julie Sahni's Indian Chickpea Ragout With Vegetables image

Provided by Elaine Louie

Categories     side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup peeled and finely chopped cucumber
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1 cup plain yogurt
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons ground coriander
1 cup chopped onions
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 red or green bell pepper, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces
3 cups cooked chickpeas or two 15 1/2-ounce cans, drained
1 1/2 cups peeled, chopped fresh tomatoes mixed with 2 tablespoons tomato paste or 1 1/2 cups canned Italian-style plum tomatoes in puree
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cilantro, cucumber, red onion and yogurt. Mix well, transfer to a small serving bowl and refrigerate until needed.
  • In a large saute pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat, and add the cumin, fennel, pepper flakes, coriander and onions. Saute until the onions are lightly browned, about 8 minutes. Add ginger, zucchini and bell pepper, and mix well. Pour 1/3 cup water over the vegetables, cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer until vegetables are cooked but still firm, about 5 minutes.
  • Fold in the chickpeas and tomatoes. Increase heat to medium high, and cook uncovered until the ragout is heated through and the sauce is thick, about 5 minutes. Season with salt to taste, and a generous sprinkling of black pepper. Serve ragout garnished with the cilantro-yogurt mixture and accompanied by pita or nan bread.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 739, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 108 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 30 grams, Protein 34 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 1436 milligrams, Sugar 25 grams, TransFat 0 grams

VEGETABLE AND CHICKPEA RAGOUT



Vegetable and Chickpea Ragout image

A great vegetarian dish out of Self Magazine. There are no directions for the onion and garlic mix, Broccoli Red pepper mix.

Provided by Ck2plz

Categories     Onions

Time 50m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup canned chick-peas, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup onion, and garlic mix
1/2 cup broccoli, and red bell pepper mix
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 water-packed artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
1/2 cup frozen peas
1/4 cup sliced black olives
1/2 cup whole wheat penne, cooked
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

Steps:

  • Simmer tomatoes, chickpeas, Onion and Garlic Mix, Broccoli and Red Bell Pepper Mix, salt, oregano, pepper, pepper flakes and 1/2 cup water in a medium pot until liquid reduces by half, about 20 minutes.
  • Add artichokes, peas and olives; cook 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495.6, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 1301.8, Carbohydrate 99.4, Fiber 35.6, Sugar 13.2, Protein 23.5

BASIC VEGETABLE RAGOUT



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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, minced
1 medium zucchini, medium diced
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon or 1 teaspoon fresh tarragon, minced
1 28-ounce can plum tomatoes, chopped, juice reserved
1/4 teaspoon dried basil or 1 teaspoon fresh basil, minced
1 cup brown rice, cooked in 3 cups salted water
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large hot saucepan heat oil. Add onion, 1/3 of garlic, red pepper flakes, thyme and saute until onions and garlic are fragrant. Stir in zucchini, 1/3 garlic and tarragon, partially cover pan and cook for approximately 3 minutes or until zucchini has begun to soften. Stir in plum tomatoes with juice, 1/3 garlic and basil, partially cover pan and cook for 7 minutes or until vegetables are crisp tender. Serve over rice. Top with Parmesan.

VEGETABLE AND CHICKPEA RAGOUT



Vegetable and Chickpea Ragout image

Provided by Wendy Giman

Categories     Onion     Pasta     Tomato     Vegetarian     Dinner     Basil     Artichoke     Broccoli     Chickpea     Bell Pepper     Healthy     Simmer     Self     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
1 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup Onion and Garlic Mix
1/2 cup Broccoli and Red Bell Pepper Mix
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 artichoke hearts in water, drained and quartered
1/2 cup frozen peas
1/4 cup sliced black olives
1/2 cup whole-wheat penne, cooked
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Simmer tomatoes, chickpeas, Onion and Garlic Mix, Broccoli and Red Bell Pepper Mix, salt, oregano, pepper, pepper flakes and ½ cup water in a medium pot until liquid reduces by half, about 20 minutes. Add artichokes, peas and olives; cook 10 minutes more.
  • Quick tip:
  • While cooking, make the filling for the shepherd's pie. If not eating immediately, pour into an airtight container and freeze. Otherwise, toss with penne and basil and serve.
  • To reheat:
  • Microwave on high 2 minutes; stir; microwave 2 minutes more. Mix with penne and basil.

INDIAN CHICKPEA RAGOUT WITH VEGETABLES



Indian Chickpea Ragout With Vegetables image

A very healthy and fresh tasting ragout by way of Julie Sahni. Delicious with some naan or pita on the side. If you can find Greek yogurt, all the better. And if you are watching calories, non-fat yogurt is just fine.

Provided by Chef Kate

Categories     Stew

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup cucumber, peeled, seeded, diced
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1 cup plain yogurt
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cumin seed
1 teaspoon fennel seed
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, crushed
2 tablespoons ground coriander
1 cup onion, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 bell pepper, peeled, seeded, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 cups chickpeas, cooked
1 1/2 cups tomatoes, peeled and diced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the cilantro, cucumber, red onion and yogurt and mix well; place in serving bowl and refrigerate until needed.
  • In a large sauté pan, heat the oil over medium high heat, and add the cumin, fennel, pepper flakes, coriander and onion and sauté until the onions are lightly browned, about 8 minutes.
  • Add ginger, zucchini and bell pepper and mix well.
  • Pour 1/3 cup of water over the vegetables, cover and reduce heat to low and simmer about five minutes.
  • Fold in the chickpeas and the tomatoes and increase heat to medium high and cook uncovered until the ragout is heated through and the sauce is thick, about five minutes.
  • Season with salt to taste and generous sprinkle of freshly ground pepper.
  • Serve ragout garnished with the cilantro yogurt mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.6, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 8, Sodium 644.3, Carbohydrate 59.2, Fiber 12.5, Sugar 9.8, Protein 14

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-chopped vegetables or frozen vegetable mix.
  • Add more chickpeas or other beans for a heartier stew.
  • Use vegetable broth instead of water for a richer flavor.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
  • Serve with crusty bread, rice, or pasta.

Conclusion:

This vegetable and chickpea ragout is a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant colors and flavors, this ragout is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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