Discover the secrets of longevity from the renowned “blue zone” of Ikaria, Greece, where residents are known to live exceptionally long lives. Diane Kochilas, celebrated PBS host and culinary expert, shares her ancestral wisdom through her cookbook inspired by Ikarian dietary principles. Drawing from her experiences on the island, she brings to life wholesome recipes like the flavorful chickpea stew featured below, perfect for enhancing overall well-being.
Recipe: Honey-Roasted Cauliflower and Root Vegetables Infused Chickpea Stew
Embrace the simplicity of sheet-pan cooking with this hearty yet easy-to-make stew, brimming with the goodness of chickpeas and roasted vegetables. The combination of smoky, spicy-sweet flavors, enhanced by ingredients like orange and lemon zest, creates a truly delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients:
For the sheet-pan vegetables:
- Freshly squeezed juice of 1 orange
- Premium Greek extra-virgin olive oil
- Dijon mustard
- Greek pine honey
- Ground cumin, nutmeg, turmeric, ginger, smoked paprika, and cayenne
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Cauliflower, carrots, and red onions
For the chickpeas:
- Premium Greek extra-virgin olive oil
- Onion and garlic
- Cooked chickpeas
- Tomato paste
- Seedless orange wedges
- Fresh rosemary
- Vegetable broth or water
- Balsamic vinegar
Directions:
- Preheat the oven and prepare the sheet pan with parchment paper. Mix orange juice, olive oil, mustard, honey, and spices. Coat the vegetables and roast until tender.
- While the vegetables roast, prepare the chickpeas by sautéing onion and garlic, then adding chickpeas, tomato paste, orange juice, rosemary, and broth. Simmer until flavors meld.
- Combine the roasted vegetables with the chickpeas, heat, stir in balsamic vinegar, and serve for a nutritious and satisfying meal.