Chickpea flatbread with butternut squash and kale

Date

10.18.18

CategoryFood

Skip the cheese for a gluten-free, vegan recipe.

This flatbread is high in protein, fiber, and vitamins A and C. “Preheating the cast-iron skillet in the oven ensures a golden, crispy crust,” says Laura Rege, a New York City-based recipe developer. Serve it as an appetizer or as a vegetarian meal.

Serves 4 to 6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour, 10 minutes

Photography and styling by Jenny Huang

Ingredients

½ butternut squash cut into ¾-inch cubes

¼ cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

2 cups packed torn Tuscan kale leaves

1 cup chickpea flour

1 cup lukewarm water

Finely shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)

Flaky sea salt, such as Maldon

Directions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss butternut squash with 1 tablespoon of the oil. Season with salt and pepper. Roast, tossing one time, until just tender and lightly golden, about 25 minutes.

Add the kale on top and roast 10 minutes, until wilted. Remove from oven and let cool.

Increase the oven temperature to 450 degrees F. Place a large cast-iron skillet in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk chickpea flour with the water, 2 tablespoons of the oil, and 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt until a smooth batter forms.

Remove the skillet from the oven. Swirl in the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil. Pour the batter into skillet and top with the butternut squash and kale. Bake until set and edges are crisp, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese (if using). Season with flaky salt and pepper. Slice and serve.

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