How do I prepare the chickpeas for this tart?

Most of the chickpeas are partially pureed with lemon juice, tamari, sage, and the sauteed aromatics, while 1/3 cup is reserved to be stirred in whole for texture.

What gives this chickpea tart its savory flavor profile?

The tart's savory depth comes from sauteed onion, celery, and garlic, combined with tamari and ground sage in the chickpea puree, complemented by fresh parsley and thyme.

Can I make this tart gluten-free?

To make this tart gluten-free, ensure your tamari is certified gluten-free, use gluten-free rolled oats, and select a prepared gluten-free pastry pie crust.

What's the best way to store leftover Festive Chickpea Tart?

Store any leftover tart in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently in the oven for best texture.

What can I serve with this Festive Chickpea Tart?

This savory tart is delicious served warm with a side of cranberry sauce or your gravy of choice, as suggested in the recipe steps.

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Festive Chickpea Tart
[Vegan]

DB By: Dreena Burton

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Dreena Burton has been vegan for 20 years, in that time writing four bestselling cookbooks... Read More

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A golden-brown Festive Chickpea Tart, brushed with tamari and sprinkled with walnuts, sliced and served warm with a side of cranberry sauce.

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This tart takes center plate with its combination of chickpeas, spinach, crunchy walnuts, and savory seasonings.

Ingredients You Need for Festive Chickpea Tart [Vegan]

1 tbsp olive oil or water (to saute)
1 cup onion, diced
1/2 cup celery, diced
4-5 large garlic cloves, minced
1⁄4 tsp sea salt
1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
2 cups chickpeas, reserve 1/3 cup
2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tsp tamari
1/2 tsp ground sage
1/4 tsp sea salt
3/4 cup walnuts, toasted
1/3 cup rolled oats
1 - 10 oz package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed to remove excess water (about 1 cup)
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 tsp dried thyme added to puree)
1 prepared whole-wheat pastry pie crust, thawed (see note)
1/2 tbsp olive oil (optional, can omit)
1 tsp tamari
2 tbsp walnuts, chopped

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How to Prepare Festive Chickpea Tart [Vegan]

Add oil or water, onion, celery, garlic, salt and pepper in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook 9-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and turning golden.
In a food processor, add chickpeas (except reserved 1/3 cup), lemon juice, tamari, sage, salt, and sautéed mixture, and partially puree (not fully like hummus). Add toasted walnuts and oats, and briefly pulse to lightly break up nuts.
Transfer to a bowl, and stir in spinach, cranberries, parsley, thyme, and reserved chickpeas.
Transfer mixture to pie shell (or lightly oiled pie plate, see note), smoothing to evenly distribute.
Combine oil and tamari, and brush over top. Sprinkle on walnuts.
Bake in preheated oven at 400 degrees for 30-35 minutes, until tart is golden on edges and top.
Cool 5-10 minutes, then serve with cranberry sauce or gravy of choice.