Mixed Bean Casserole

A nourishing dinner recipe packed with vegetables and fibre and contains more than 3 portions of vegetables.

Course: Main Course

Keyword: family, Kids, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings: servings

1 tin mixed pulses rinsed and drained
1 aubergine, quartered
1 red pepper, chopped
150 g mixed green vegetables- tender stem broccoli, green beans and mange tout, chopped
1 tsp chopped garlic
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp madras curry powder
1 can chopped tomatoes
¼ cup water
handful of chopped fresh coriander or parsley

In a large pan drizzle a little oil and sauté the garlic, add all the vegetables and mix until tender.
Add the pulses, chopped tomatoes and water followed by all the spices and season with salt and pepper.
Mix well and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until casserole has thickened and vegetables are cooked.
Add mixture to a dish, garnish with herbs and serve with rice or couscous and some natural yoghurt.

You can add any types of vegetables, add sweet potato or potatoes and your choice of herbs and spices. This is a great meal to freeze to save time.